• Provide expert legal advice and support on all aspects of employment law, including hiring, performance management, disciplinary actions, terminations, and employee relations. • Advise on compliance with federal, state, local employment and international (through liaising with outside counsel) laws and regulations. • Draft, review, and negotiate employment contracts, severance agreements, non-compete agreements, vendor agreements, and other HR and employment-related documents. • Ensure that all employment agreements align with company policies and legal requirements across multiple entities and jurisdictions, including internationally. • Manage and maintain company’s employment agreement template library for use by the recruiting team. • Provide legal counsel on new employment policies and assist in drafting these new policies and revising employee handbooks periodically. • Support select non-employment-related legal matters, including review and negotiation of NDAs and commercial contracts, in collaboration with internal stakeholders. • Identify potential legal risks related to employment practices and develop strategies to mitigate those risks. • Monitor changes in employment law and update company practices accordingly. • Work closely with Recruiting, HR, management, and other departments to address employment law issues and support business objectives. • Provide guidance on employee benefits, compensation, and other HR-related matters. • Liaise closely with the recruiting team during the offer process and negotiations with candidates. • Develop, review, and update company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with employment laws and best practices. • Implement policies related to equal employment opportunity, harassment prevention, and workplace safety. • Manage and resolve employment-related disputes, including internal investigations, performance improvement plans, etc. • Represent the company in employment-related claims, if any. • Conduct training sessions for managers and employees on employment law issues, company policies, and best practices. • Develop educational materials and resources to promote legal compliance and foster a positive work environment.