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TaniumEmployment Counsel
Tanium is seeking an Employment Counsel to provide legal guidance and support to its People team and business stakeholders. Operating remotely as a full-time position, this…
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Tanium is seeking an Employment Counsel to provide legal guidance and support to its People team and business stakeholders. Operating remotely as a full-time position, this role focuses on helping the organization attract, develop, and retain talent while mitigating legal risks across a global technology business. The attorney will handle various United States employment matters, workplace investigations, compliance obligations, and contract preparation. The ideal candidate is a proactive and motivated…
Job Description
Tanium is seeking an Employment Counsel to provide legal guidance and support to its People team and business stakeholders. Operating remotely as a full-time position, this role focuses on helping the organization attract, develop, and retain talent while mitigating legal risks across a global technology business. The attorney will handle various United States employment matters, workplace investigations, compliance obligations, and contract preparation.
The ideal candidate is a proactive and motivated legal professional who excels in a fast-paced setting and approaches problem-solving with a pragmatic mindset. They should possess a strong interest in the practical application of employment law within technology enterprises. As a trusted advisor, the individual will collaborate closely with internal teams to establish compliance standards and support company growth.
Tanium functions as an autonomous IT enterprise, offering real-time intelligence and autonomous execution tools to secure and manage endpoint estates across global organizations. The company emphasizes a collaborative and inclusive culture, supporting employee well-being and community engagement through dedicated volunteer time. Team members receive comprehensive compensation packages including base salary, equity, and extensive benefits.
Responsibilities
- Deliver strategic guidance to internal stakeholders regarding United States employment issues such as hiring, compensation, leave, and terminations.
- Conduct internal investigations related to workplace policy violations, discrimination, harassment, and whistleblower complaints.
- Draft, review, and negotiate various employment agreements, offer letters, and separation documents.
- Update human resources policies and standards to ensure alignment with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Manage pre-litigation and litigation matters alongside external counsel when necessary.
- Support federal contractor compliance obligations including affirmative action program preparation and OFCCP evaluations.
- Provide training sessions for managers and employees on relevant employment topics.
Requirements
- Minimum of five years of employment law experience gained at a law firm or within an in-house legal department.
- Active membership in good standing with at least one United States state bar.
- Extensive working knowledge of federal and state employment legislation including FMLA, FLSA, ADA, and Title VII equivalents.
- Demonstrated background in conducting or overseeing workplace investigations.
- Familiarity with federal contractor compliance rules such as VEVRAA and Section 503 requirements.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited academic institution.
Core Skills
Benefits
- Annual base salary ranging from $191,000 to $293,000 based on experience, location, and other factors
- Equity awards
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Life, accident, and short or long term disability coverage
- Five days of paid volunteer time off
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the location and remote status for this job?
This is a remote position.
What is the employment type?
This is a full-time role.
What is the salary range for the Employment Counsel position?
The annual base salary range is estimated between $191,000 and $293,000, with actual compensation adjusted based on factors like experience, education, and location.
What experience is required to apply?
Candidates must have at least five years of relevant employment law experience at a law firm or in-house legal department, along with an active JD and state bar membership.
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