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Saks Global · 1 day ago

Sr. Labor & Employment Counsel

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$200K/yr - $250K/yr

4+ years exp

Saks Global is the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, and they are seeking a Senior Labor & Employment Counsel to provide strategic legal advice on employment law matters. The role involves designing and implementing employment policies, managing risk, and advising on compliance and employee relations.

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Responsibilities

Provide timely advice to internal business partners on all aspects of employment law, including hiring, performance management, compensation, benefits, accommodations, investigations, and terminations

Partner with the People team to proactively manage risk, draft policies, and advise on workforce strategy, employee relations, investigations, and all other aspects of employment law compliance

Design, develop, and implement employment policies, trainings, and compliance frameworks aligned with local laws and company values

Advise on internal investigations related to employee misconduct, discrimination, harassment, and whistleblower complaints, ensuring consistent, lawful, and brand-aligned outcomes

Provide strategic counsel on workforce restructuring, performance management, wage & hour issues, and employee transitions (hires, terminations, separations)

Manage and partner with external counsel on litigation, administrative claims, and audits, maintaining alignment with company priorities and reputation

Collaborate on labor relations strategy and union matters, where applicable, with a focus on positive employee engagement

Monitor legal developments and emerging risks in employment law, advising business partners on practical implications and proactive measures

Support and participate in cross-functional projects related to overall business goals, such as data retention, data privacy, and supply chain ethics

Manage multiple priorities and projects independently, while staying aligned with business objectives and evolving legal requirements

Work independently and collaboratively at speed in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

Other projects as directed by management

Qualification

Labor & Employment LawPolicy DevelopmentRisk MitigationEmployee RelationsU.S. Employment LawsInvestigations ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationCommunicationNegotiation SkillsTime Management

Required

J.D. or equivalent law degree; licensed and in good standing in New York or qualified to register as in-house counsel in New York

4–9 years of labor & employment law experience, including in-house experience with a multinational company or top-tier law firm. Experience with California employment matters a major plus

Demonstrated ability to advise executives, HR leaders, and business stakeholders with clear, pragmatic, and business-savvy counsel

Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws (Title VII, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, etc.); familiarity with global legal frameworks

Excellent communication, negotiation, and time management skills

Proven track record of managing complex investigations, disputes, and employment-related risk

Comfortable to work up to 4 days a week in our NYC office