Labor & Employment Counsel – Hybrid (Wilmington, MA)

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating employment-related documents and policies.
• Providing legal guidance on employment and labor matters, including accommodations, wage and hour compliance, and employee relations.
• Conducting and advising on internal investigations.
• Collaborating with internal teams, including HR and leadership, on employment-related matters and initiatives.
• Managing employment and labor issues for operations across the U.S. and Canada.
• Staying ahead of industry trends and regulatory changes to provide proactive counsel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in employment and labor law.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws and regulations (knowledge of Canadian employment law is a plus).
• Proven track record of advising clients or internal stakeholders on employment-related matters.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, technology, and problem-solving skills.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and licensed to practice law in MA.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting multinational organizations.
• Familiarity with cross-border employment issues between the U.S. and Canada.
• Experience working closely with HR teams and handling sensitive employee relations matters.

About Axiom

Axiom has been pioneering the alternative legal services industry since 1998, serving more than 1,500 legal departments globally. We offer innovative solutions combining top-tier legal talent with advanced AI tools, addressing complex legal matters across 12 practice areas for clients ranging from Fortune 100 to small and medium-sized businesses. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in our Talent NPS score of +71% and our Client NPS score of +64%. Join us to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking community dedicated to excellence and innovation.