Employment Counsel (Medtech)

TL;DR

Employment Counsel (Medtech): Providing subject matter expertise on employment issues and HR compliance for a global healthcare company with an accent on California and federal employment law. Focus on managing employment litigation, developing internal policies, and overseeing compliance audits.

Location: Alameda, CA. Willingness and ability to work on site required.

Salary: $175,000 - $255,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a global healthcare company focused on designing and manufacturing innovative therapies for challenging medical conditions.

What you will do

• Provide subject matter expertise on recruitment, hiring, disciplinary actions, terminations, and wage & hour laws.
• Manage HR compliance, employee escalations, and privileged internal investigations.
• Create and review policies and procedures to ensure compliance with global employment laws and regulations.
• Manage and resolve employment litigation, including EEOC/DFEH complaints and prelitigation demands.
• Partner with local Legal and HR teams to provide global employment law support.
• Ensure adherence to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) and global quality regulations.

Requirements

• J.D. and admission to the California state bar (or ability to gain admission within 90 days).
• 5+ years of relevant legal experience with expertise in California and federal employment law.
• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated industries.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative teamwork environment where performance is rewarded.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Paid parental leave and sick time in compliance with applicable laws.
• Minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, increasing with tenure.