Legal Counsel, Labor & Employment

Location: Hybrid role based in Northfield, Illinois, with onsite work Tuesday through Thursday; up to 10% business travel in and out of state.

Salary: $154,000–$231,000 annual, plus bonus and/or incentive eligibility.

Company

hirify.global is a growing worldwide organization offering healthcare-related products and services.

What you will do

• Advise HR and business leaders on recruiting, hiring, performance management, discipline, accommodations, leaves of absence, wage and hour compliance, restrictive covenants, and terminations.
• Partner with employee relations on workplace investigations and resolving employee concerns.
• Identify employment law risks and recommend practical solutions.
• Manage outside counsel and shape strategies for litigation, agency charges, demand letters, arbitrations, and other disputes.
• Draft employment agreements, policies, employee communications, and training materials.
• Monitor employment law developments, maintain compliance, and deliver training to HR, managers, and employees.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree and membership in good standing with a state bar.
• At least four years of employment law experience at a law firm or corporation.
• Experience developing legal strategies for complex, high-profile matters and advising senior leaders.
• Strong judgment and ability to solve complex problems across teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement with regular onsite collaboration.
• Health insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) contributions, and paid time off for eligible employees.
• Continuing education and training opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups, and Employee Service Corp access.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, belonging, and career growth.