Protegrity
Director, Employment and Contract Law 768
Protegrity is seeking a Director of Employment and Contract Law. This senior leadership position contributes to employment law and contract management within the organisation, supports legal compliance, minimises risk, and advises on employment practices, contractual arrangements, and dispute resolution.
At Protegrity, we lead innovation by using AI and quantum-resistant cryptography to transform data protection across cloud-native, hybrid, on-premises, and open source environments. We leverage advanced cryptographic methods to protect sensitive data. As a global leader in data security, our mission is to ensure that data is valuable, usable, trusted, and safe. Protegrity offers opportunities at the intersection of innovation and collaboration, with the chance to make a meaningful impact on the industry.
If you’re ready to shape the future of data security, Protegrity is the place for you.
Responsibilities
Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of employment law policies and procedures across the organisation, including development, review, and revision of Global Handbook, as needed.
Advise senior management and HR teams on complex employment law matters, including recruitment, employee relations, redundancy, disciplinary actions, and workplace investigations.
Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and review of employment contracts, consultancy agreements, and service contracts to ensure legal compliance and risk mitigation.
Monitor and interpret legislative developments in employment law, ensuring the organisation remains compliant with current regulations.
Manage the resolution of employment disputes and contractual issues, liaising with external counsel as necessary.
Represent the organisation in legal proceedings, tribunals, and negotiations with regulatory bodies.
Provide strategic input into organisational change projects and restructuring from an employment and contractual perspective.
Maintain accurate records of human resource and employment legal documentation and correspondence.
Essential Qualifications And Experience
10+ years qualified attorney with significant post-qualification experience in employment and contract law.
Law firm experience preferred.
Proven track record in a senior legal role, ideally within a large or complex organisation.
Knowledge of US employment legislation, case law, and regulatory requirements, with awareness of specific employment legislation as needed.
Extensive experience in drafting and negotiating a wide range of employment and commercial contracts.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience in collaborating with external counsel.
Demonstrable ability to provide pragmatic and commercially focused legal advice.
Desired Attributes
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to handle diverse assignments and meet accompanying deadlines.
Adept communicator.
Ability to problem-solve and critically analyse issues.
Resilient, adaptable, and able to work under pressure.
Commitment to ethical practice and professional integrity.
Highly collaborative and able to work across multiple stakeholders.
Proactive approach to continuous professional development.
Why Choose Protegrity
Become a member of a leading Data Protection, Privacy and Security company during a strong market opportunity.
Competitive compensation/total reward package including health benefits, PTO, 401K, annual bonus, disability coverage, and more.
Opportunity to work on global projects with diverse, energetic team members who respect differences.
Compensation Range: $145K - $165K
Job Details
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Human Resources
Industries: Computer and Network Security
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits with generous vacation and holiday time off. All employees have access to ongoing learning and development. We are committed to an inclusive workplace and to not discriminating on basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Compensation information and references to other postings are included for context only.
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At Protegrity, we lead innovation by using AI and quantum-resistant cryptography to transform data protection across cloud-native, hybrid, on-premises, and open source environments. We leverage advanced cryptographic methods to protect sensitive data. As a global leader in data security, our mission is to ensure that data is valuable, usable, trusted, and safe. Protegrity offers opportunities at the intersection of innovation and collaboration, with the chance to make a meaningful impact on the industry.
If you’re ready to shape the future of data security, Protegrity is the place for you.
Responsibilities
Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of employment law policies and procedures across the organisation, including development, review, and revision of Global Handbook, as needed.
Advise senior management and HR teams on complex employment law matters, including recruitment, employee relations, redundancy, disciplinary actions, and workplace investigations.
Oversee the drafting, negotiation, and review of employment contracts, consultancy agreements, and service contracts to ensure legal compliance and risk mitigation.
Monitor and interpret legislative developments in employment law, ensuring the organisation remains compliant with current regulations.
Manage the resolution of employment disputes and contractual issues, liaising with external counsel as necessary.
Represent the organisation in legal proceedings, tribunals, and negotiations with regulatory bodies.
Provide strategic input into organisational change projects and restructuring from an employment and contractual perspective.
Maintain accurate records of human resource and employment legal documentation and correspondence.
Essential Qualifications And Experience
10+ years qualified attorney with significant post-qualification experience in employment and contract law.
Law firm experience preferred.
Proven track record in a senior legal role, ideally within a large or complex organisation.
Knowledge of US employment legislation, case law, and regulatory requirements, with awareness of specific employment legislation as needed.
Extensive experience in drafting and negotiating a wide range of employment and commercial contracts.
Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience in collaborating with external counsel.
Demonstrable ability to provide pragmatic and commercially focused legal advice.
Desired Attributes
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to handle diverse assignments and meet accompanying deadlines.
Adept communicator.
Ability to problem-solve and critically analyse issues.
Resilient, adaptable, and able to work under pressure.
Commitment to ethical practice and professional integrity.
Highly collaborative and able to work across multiple stakeholders.
Proactive approach to continuous professional development.
Why Choose Protegrity
Become a member of a leading Data Protection, Privacy and Security company during a strong market opportunity.
Competitive compensation/total reward package including health benefits, PTO, 401K, annual bonus, disability coverage, and more.
Opportunity to work on global projects with diverse, energetic team members who respect differences.
Compensation Range: $145K - $165K
Job Details
Seniority level: Director
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Human Resources
Industries: Computer and Network Security
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits with generous vacation and holiday time off. All employees have access to ongoing learning and development. We are committed to an inclusive workplace and to not discriminating on basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Compensation information and references to other postings are included for context only.
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