Closing Date: 16th October, 2026

Description:

Dorsey is seeking an in-house Employment Counsel to join a proactive and collaborative team, working on the firm's internal personnel matters. In addition to compliance and sound business practices, we support and engage an inclusive and high-performing workforce. As a strategic counselor, you will partner with HR colleagues and Firm management on a variety of personnel issues and assist in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and training curriculum to support key business objectives. We value creativity, flexibility, and pragmatism, in addition to sound guidance around risks and compliance.

In this role, you will:

Provide strategic advice to Firm management and HR colleagues on full range of personnel matters, including hiring, performance management, terminations, leaves and accommodations, payroll and benefits compliance, wage and hour matters, workplace complaints, and prevention of discrimination, retaliation, and harassment.
Maintain knowledge of industry trends related to employment practices and ensure the Firm's compliance with legal requirements, as well as Firm policy. Plan and conduct compliance audits periodically.
Partner with HR colleagues to develop and conduct in-house training sessions.
Draft and update personnel policies and identify and implement best practices in light of current law and Firm initiatives.
Draft or review performance-related documentation (warnings, performance evaluations, talking points, etc.) and informative communications related to policy changes or new laws.
Draft personnel agreements (e.g., severance, relocation, change in status, consultant, etc.) and maintain appropriate templates.
Conduct investigations regarding personnel matters, including discrimination and harassment complaints.
As needed, prepare the Firm's response to state and federal administrative charges. Coordinate and manage litigation holds.
Support the Firm's Office of General Counsel and Firm Employment Counsel.
Assume such other duties as directed.
Some travel is required.

What We're Looking For:

J.D. from accredited law school and admission to a state bar.
At least five years advising clients/employers as a lawyer on personnel matters, including without limitation, leaves of absence, reasonable accommodations, and wage and hour laws (up to two years of prior management or HR experience may be counted as relevant experience for this requirement).
Strong knowledge of various employment laws, including the ADA, FMLA, Title VII, and FLSA.
Familiarity with data-backed investigations and data collection procedures.
General knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources administration.
Strong conflict resolution skills and experience.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with personnel at all levels.
Ability to work well under pressure and to manage and prioritize competing demands.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Experience advising multi-state employers.
Ability to work in the office on a hybrid basis multiple days per week.

Preferred: