Rush Street Interactive · 1 day ago
Senior Legal Counsel, Employment
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $190K/yr
6+ years expRush Street Interactive is a market leader in online casino and sports betting, seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide strategic legal guidance on employment law matters. The role involves collaborating with the People team and business leaders to address various employment issues and ensuring compliance with legal frameworks across multiple jurisdictions.
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Responsibilities
Provide counsel on a broad range of domestic and international employment law matters, including but not limited to employment agreements, disputes, regulatory compliance, workforce planning, workplace investigations, performance management, disciplinary actions and terminations
Advise on employment issues arising in Latin America and European jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with local employment laws and requirements
Draft, review and maintain employment-related agreements, workplace policies, and handbooks in compliance with applicable local and regional regulations
Conduct compliance reviews to ensure adherence to employment regulations and internal company policies
Partner with the People team to develop and implement globally consistent yet locally compliant employment practices, risk mitigation strategies, and employee relations processes
Manage engagement with external employment counsel worldwide, ensuing efficient, coordinated, and cost-effective delivery of specialized advice
Support manager development by coaching on risk mitigation and employment practices, including performance management, documentation, and termination processes
Collaborate with internal stakeholders on cross-border transactions and workforce integration initiatives
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution
Must be licensed to practice in one or more U.S. jurisdictions
6+ years of experience practicing labor and employment law
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills with a global mindset
Proven ability to provide practical, business-oriented advice in complex, multi-jurisdictional environments
Demonstrated experience working with or within international organizations, preferably with exposure to LATAM and EU employment law frameworks
Effective communicator with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders
Highly organized, with strong prioritization skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work both independently and as part of a broader legal team
Able to travel occasionally both domestically and internationally
Preferred
Interest or experience in privacy, data protection (including GDPR), and intellectual property law is a plus
Familiarity with legal technology tools is a plus
Proficiency in Spanish is a plus but not required
Benefits
Discretionary annual company bonus (Eligibility Varies by Role)
401(k) plan with 100% company match on the first 4%
Comprehensive medical coverage (HSA & FSA plans), dental, and vision insurance
Paid Time Off (Eligibility Varies by Role)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company
Rush Street Interactive
Rush Street Interactive offers online casino and sports betting in the U.S.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$160MKey Investors
Fidelity
2020-12-29Post Ipo Equity· $160M
2020-12-29IPO
Leadership Team
Richard Schwartz
Chief Executive Officer
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Kyle Sauers
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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