Senior Counsel, Employment Law

Kaplan Test Prep

. Represent Kaplan North America in labor and employment law matters .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $126,599 - $264,502 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in labor and employment law, with a strong ability to draft and negotiate contracts, provide legal counsel, and represent clients in various legal matters. Proven experience in advising corporate human resources and operations teams on compliance and legal issues.

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Labor And Employment Law ExpertiseContract Drafting And NegotiationExperience Advising Corporate ClientsJ.D. From An Accredited Law SchoolState Bar Membership

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Hard Skills

Drafting Employment ContractsNegotiating HR TransactionsLegal Decision-MakingManaging Commercial ContractsAdvising On Labor RegulationsRepresenting Clients In Legal ActionsResponding To Requests For ProposalsAnalyzing Legal IssuesCounseling On Employment LawExperience With Governmental Actions

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsSuperior Interpersonal SkillsEntrepreneurial SpiritCollaborative Work StyleAbility To Work Remotely

Certifications & Qualifications

Member Of A State Bar

Industry Keywords

Corporate GeneralistHuman Resources LawEmployment Law ComplianceVendor ContractsSales AgreementsProcurement ContractsIndependent Contractor AgreementsLegal CounselIn-House Counsel ExperienceCommercial Clients

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Represent Kaplan North America in labor and employment law matters
Counsel internally on applicable labor and employment laws and regulations
Defend and represent Kaplan North America in government or employee actions
Draft, negotiate, and respond to employment, independent contractor, and HR-related vendor contracts and transactions
Draft and review responses and submissions to Requests for Proposals, MOUs, and sales and procurement contracts related to employment and labor law
Advise Human Resources and Operations teams on employment and labor issues
Serve as a corporate generalist and identify issues across a wide range of legal disciplines
Report to the Kaplan North America General Counsel or Associate General Counsel
Support the legal team as an employment and labor law specialist
Exercise significant independent judgment and legal decision-making

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least five years of experience advising mid to large size commercial clients on employment and labor law/regulations
Experience representing commercial clients in governmental or individual employment/labor actions
Experience negotiating and drafting employment and human resources transactions
Experience working with large corporate human resources departments
J.D. from an accredited law school
Member of a state Bar with the ability to act as in-house counsel
At least 5 years practicing law
Ideally at least two years of experience in a well-regarded national law firm and/or in-house legal department of a mid to large size corporation or company
Experience drafting and managing inbound and outbound commercial contracts, including enterprise and customer contracts, vendor and professional services agreements, and sales agreements
Experience advising commercial clients on employment and labor laws and regulations
Excellent drafting, negotiating, and analytical skills
Superior interpersonal and communication skills
Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Comfortable working remotely from home with minimal administrative support

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work provides a flexible work/life balance
Comprehensive Retirement Package automatically enrolled in The Company Contribution Plan (8-10% annual company contribution based on tenure)
Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for employees and close family members
Comprehensive health benefits with new hire eligibility starting on day 1 of employment
Generous Paid Time Off including paid holidays, vacation, personal, sick paid time-off, one volunteer day, and one diversity and inclusion day