Job Description
As a Senior Counsel for Employment Law at RSM, you will have the opportunity to work with a global firm that is dedicated to empowering its clients and employees to reach their full potential. With a focus on labor and employment matters, you will play a critical role in providing practical and responsive legal advice to the business and corporate leadership in India. You will also have the opportunity to work with attorneys across the General Counsel's office to develop legal strategies for RSM's international and country operations. This role offers a competitive salary range of $209,300 - $370,700 and is open to candidates in the US or India, where RSM has an office.
- Job Title: Senior Counsel - Employment Law, India - Experience: 10 years in labor and employment law, as well as general corporate law - Location: Chicago or Remote - Time Type: Full time - Job Requisition ID: JR109015 - Salary Range: $209,300 - $370,700 - Bonus: Eligible for discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance - Education: Juris Doctor (JD) degree for US applicants, LL.B degree and qualification as a registered lawyer in India for India applicants - Responsibilities: - Provide legal advice and develop strategies for RSM's international and country operations - Advise on labor and employment-related matters, hiring, performance management, wage and hour, contingent workforce issues, and other employment related matters - Manage and monitor litigation and disputes involving RSM US India - Proactively identify and monitor new and emerging legal issues - Ensure compliance with changing regulations and guidelines - Assist with global compliance processes and policies - Develop and implement training programs - Drive a culture of compliance and ethics - Advise on immigration and global mobility issues - Assist with investigations and grievances - Assist with corporate secretarial matters and regulatory filings - Review and negotiate contracts and vendor agreements - Advise on legal matters related to business operations in India, including data privacy, intellectual property, and corporate matters - Required Skills: - Strong knowledge of Indian laws and regulations related to AI, data privacy, intellectual property, labor, and corporate matters - Ability to communicate legal requirements and concepts to business and senior management - Strong drafting and negotiation skills - Ability to accommodate work hours involving international time zones - Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize workload - Excellent communication skills - Demonstrated judgment, personal integrity, and interpersonal skills - Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders - Education Qualification: - Juris Doctor (JD) degree, with active membership and good standing in the Bar (required for US applicants) - LL.B degree and qualification as a registered lawyer in India (required for India applicants) - Required Experience: - 10 years of legal experience within labor and employment law and general corporate law - Benefits: - Competitive benefits and compensation package - Flexible schedule - Empowering work environment - Inclusive culture and talent experience - Company Information: - Leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally - Dedicated to instilling confidence in a world of change - Committed to empowering clients and employees to reach their full potential - Hiring Requirements: - No entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now or in the future - Recent U.S. college/university graduates with 1-2 years of relevant work experience may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate - Equal Opportunity Employer: - RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, political affiliation, medical condition, domestic violence victim status, military/veteran status, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law - Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request - Salary Information: - Pay reflects experiences, performance, and skills for current role - Starting rate for interns and associates depends on factors such as education, skills, work experience, certifications, and location - Pay for successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range - Company Culture: - Inclusive and diverse - Empowering and supportive - Encourages personal and professional growth - Focused on client and employee success - About RSM: - Leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally - Dedicated to instilling confidence in a world of change - Empowers clients and employees to reach their full potential - Unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience - Compelling to clients and employees - Culture of Compliance and Ethics: - Driven by RSM's Code of Conduct - Develops local policies aligned with corporate policies, procedures, and standards - Ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements - Mitigates legal risks - Competitive Compensation: - Salary range of $209,300 - $370,700 - Discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance - Based on factors such as education, skills, work experience, certifications, and location - Pay for successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range - Working at RSM: - Inclusive and diverse environment - Empowering and supportive culture - Personal and professional growth opportunities - Flexible schedule to balance life's demands - Competitive benefits and compensation package - Exceptional people are the key to RSM's success - No one like you, nowhere like RSM - Senior Counsel - Employment
