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Staff Attorney – US Employment Law

AttorneyAttorneyFull TimeRemoteLeadTeam 201-500Since 1996H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Philippines

Posted

7 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Lead

Postgraduate DegreeEnglish

Job Description

Staff Attorney – US Employment Law

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• Advise on U.S. federal and state employment law matters, including wage-and-hour compliance (FLSA and state analogues), meal and rest break requirements, expense reimbursement, leave laws (FMLA, state paid leave programs), and worker classification. • Support multi-state employment compliance as the company's U.S. workforce footprint grows, including monitoring new and changing state and local employment laws. • Draft, review, and maintain employment-related documents, including offer letters, employment agreements, restrictive covenants, separation agreements, and employee handbooks and policies. • Partner with HR on personnel matters, including performance management, accommodations (ADA), disciplinary actions, and terminations. • Conduct and support internal investigations into employee complaints, including harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wage claims. • Support management of employment-related disputes and litigation, including coordinating with outside counsel, managing discovery and document collection, and assisting with administrative agency matters (EEOC, state agencies, DOL). • Advise on employment aspects of insurance coverage, including EPLI policies, claims reporting, and coverage analysis. • Monitor pay practices, payroll tax compliance, and employer withholding obligations in coordination with finance and payroll teams. • Develop and deliver employment law training for managers and HR staff.

Job Requirements

  • Law degree and active license to practice in the Philippines. A law degree from a U.S. law school (J.D.) or admission to a U.S. state bar is strongly preferred.
  • Significant experience or formal education in U.S. employment and labor law, whether through practice, LL.M. coursework, or sustained work supporting U.S. employers.
  • Familiarity with wage-and-hour litigation and multi-state compliance (California experience a strong plus).
  • Located in the Philippines with night shift work hours (to overlap with U.S. team).
  • Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in identifying and resolving legal issues.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating with a remote U.S.-based team.
  • A commitment to ethical, mission-driven legal practice.

Benefits

  • Enjoy a fully remote work environment with a flexible schedule.
  • Be part of a collaborative and values-driven team.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.

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