Corporate Counsel

Robert Half

. Advise the Company on federal, state, and local employment law matters .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $147,000 - $223,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in employment law, including harassment, discrimination, and wage compliance, with a strong ability to provide practical legal guidance and training to business leaders and HR. Proven experience in drafting and negotiating employment agreements and policies while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

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J.D. From An Accredited Law SchoolActive Membership In A U.S. State BarSignificant Experience Practicing Employment LawExperience With Wage And Hour ComplianceExperience With Restrictive Covenants

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Hard Skills

Employment LawHarassment LawDiscrimination LawWage And Hour ComplianceRestrictive CovenantsWorkplace InvestigationsEmployment PoliciesLitigation StrategyLegal DraftingCompliance Guidance

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsBusiness-Oriented Legal Advice

Industry Keywords

Employment Law MattersWhistleblower IssuesMulti-State EmployersContingent WorkforceJoint EmploymentBackground Check

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise the Company on federal, state, and local employment law matters
Provide legal guidance on harassment, discrimination, retaliation, whistleblower, disability accommodation, leave of absence, and workplace investigations
Counsel business leaders and Human Resources on wage and hour compliance, including employee classification, overtime, meal and rest periods, pay practices, and related compliance issues
Advise on restrictive covenant matters, including noncompetition, nonsolicitation, confidentiality, and trade secret issues
Support litigation strategy by partnering with outside counsel on employment claims, agency charges, class and representative actions, and other employment-related disputes
Review, draft, and negotiate employment-related agreements, policies, and training materials
Monitor changes in employment laws and regulations and provide practical compliance guidance
Deliver legal training to Human Resources and business leaders on employment law developments and risk mitigation
Partner with cross-functional teams to develop legally compliant business solutions aligned with operational objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. from an accredited law school
Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar
Significant experience practicing employment law, preferably with a combination of law firm and in-house experience
Demonstrated experience advising on harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and whistleblower matters
Experience with wage and hour compliance and litigation, including state-specific employment laws
Experience with restrictive covenants, including noncompetition, nonsolicitation, confidentiality, and trade secret issues
Experience with employment policies, investigations, and workplace accommodations
Experience supporting staffing, contingent workforce, or multi-state employers is highly desirable
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice
Experience managing outside counsel and employment litigation is preferred
Experience advising staffing companies, temporary services employers, or organizations with a multi-state workforce is strongly preferred
Familiarity with joint employment, contingent workforce arrangements, and multi-jurisdictional compliance is a significant advantage
Successful completion of a background check is required as a condition of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Group health insurance benefits: medical, vision, and dental
FSA and HSA healthcare accounts
Life and accident insurance
Adoption and fertility assistance
Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks
Short-term and long-term disability
Paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time
Up to 17 days of Choice Time Off (CTO) per calendar year for new hires
Up to 11 paid holidays per calendar year
401(k) savings and investment plan or deferred compensation plan (if eligible)
Employer match of 100% on the first 3% of contributions for eligible employees
Reasonable accommodation assistance for applicants with disabilities