Senior Workplace Counsel - Northeast Region

February 23, 2026

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Summary of Job Description:

The Senior Workplace Counsel manages, advises, and reviews all administrative charges or complaints from state and federal agencies. This position conducts legal research and analyses and prepares responses to administrative claims. The Senior Workplace Counsel prepares curriculum on workplace issues and provides training for Human Resources and Operations to ensure legal compliance and best employment practices. The Senior Workplace Counsel oversees, mentors, and trains less experienced Workplace Counsel and manages outside counsel and consultants on employment litigation matters.

You’ll get a chance to:

Manages, advises, and reviews all administrative charges or complaints from state and federal agencies, including the EEOC, California Department of Fair Employment and Housing, Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, and Department of Labor.
Conducts legal research and analyses, and prepares responses to administrative claims. Monitors the status of open administrative claims and charges.
Prepares curriculum on workplace issues and provides training for Human Resources and Operations to ensure legal compliance and best employment practices.
Conducts legal research and analysis of employment laws and regulations for senior leadership, HR, and Operations to provide guidance and to achieve compliance balanced with business needs. Helps develop policies and procedures that reflect best practices.
Works with other departments and Operations to create effective solutions to workplace issues. Develops workplace policies and procedures consistent with current laws and regulations governing the workplace.
Manages outside counsel and consultants on employment litigation matters.
Oversees, mentors, and trains less experience Workforce Counsel and paralegals.

Must reside around the following areas:

New York
New Jersey
Connecticut
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
Rhode Island

How we reward you:

Hybrid remote schedule
401K with company match
Yearly bonus opportunity*
Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*
Bereavement leave*
Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates

Your background and experience:

JD degree and licensed to practice law
7+ years of relevant experience.
Successful completion of initial and periodically required trainings.
Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.
Active driver’s license
Ability to drive in locations that requires ground transportation during the course of work

Pay Range: L3 $151,000-212,500

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