Legal & Compliance Associate  

Our group operates in the dynamic and fast-paced tech HR industry, specializing in the talent marketplace SaaS space, employer of record (EOR) services, and headhunting. We provide solutions to connect employers with top-tier talent while ensuring legal compliance and safeguarding data privacy. We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented individual to join our legal team and manage all legal aspects related to business contracts, employment agreements, labor laws, data privacy, government regulations, and other legal compliance matters.

Responsibilities

Contract Management

• Draft, review, and negotiate business contracts with clients, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and protecting the company's interests.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and address legal risks, rights, and obligations within contracts.
• Maintain an organized and up-to-date contract repository and track contract renewals and amendments.

Employment and EOR Contracts

• Prepare, review, and revise legal contracts related to employment agreements, including offer letters, non-disclosure agreements, non-compete agreements, and consultant agreements.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, employment regulations, and local legal requirements in various jurisdictions where we operate.
• Work closely with the HR team to provide legal guidance on employment-related matters, including onboarding, terminations, and disciplinary actions.
• Assist in drafting and maintaining standard employment contract templates and related policies.

Legal Compliance and Risk Management

• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations related to labor laws, data privacy, and government requirements, and advise the company on necessary actions and compliance measures.
• Conduct legal research and provide guidance on labor law questions, concerns, and best practices to internal teams.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of data privacy policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable data protection laws, such as GDPR and CCPA.

Government Office Requirements

• Coordinate and manage legal filings, registrations, and submissions required by government offices, such as business licenses, permits, and tax-related matters.
• Liaise with external counsel when needed to ensure timely and accurate compliance with government regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Legal Management, Paralegal Studies, or a related field.
• Previous experience working as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or in a similar role within the tech industry or HR field is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, labor regulations, data privacy laws, and legal compliance requirements.
• Experience in drafting and reviewing contracts, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to identify potential risks and issues.
• Excellent research skills and the ability to interpret and apply legal concepts and regulations.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Join our team and contribute to our mission of revolutionizing the tech HR industry while ensuring legal compliance, protecting data privacy, and providing exceptional legal support to our clients and employees.