Job Description

Job Title: US Labor Counsel In-House

Position Type: Permanent

Location: New York, NY

Salary Range / Rate: $180,000 - $230,000

Bar Admission: Must be admitted to the US Bar (New York strongly preferred)

Industry Preference: Food & Beverage (F&B) experience preferred

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled US Labor Counsel to join our in-house legal team in New York. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in labor and employment law, including significant litigation, government investigations, and union/collective bargaining matters. Prior in-house counsel experience is strongly preferred, along with the ability to navigate complex, multi-jurisdictional labor issues in a fast-paced business environment.

This role will be pivotal in advising on labor compliance, managing sensitive employee relations matters, and representing the company in high-stakes disputes. The candidate must be a strategic thinker, an effective communicator, and comfortable working directly with executives, HR, and operations teams. This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding international legal team and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day counsel on a full spectrum of labor and employment matters, including wage and hour compliance, discrimination/harassment prevention, workplace safety, leaves of absence, and employee discipline/termination.

Represent the company in litigation, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings before federal, state, and local agencies (e.g., EEOC, NLRB, DOL, state labor boards).

Manage and respond to government investigations, audits, and enforcement actions.

Advise on union-related matters, including collective bargaining, grievance handling, and strategy for labor relations.

Draft, review, and update employment agreements, workplace policies, and employee handbooks to ensure legal compliance and alignment with business objectives.

Partner closely with HR, Ops team and cross-functional stakeholders locally and globally to develop proactive risk mitigation strategies.

Monitor and interpret developments in federal, state, and local labor and employment laws, particularly in jurisdictions where the company operates.

Support cross-border employment matters and coordinate with legal teams in other regions as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

A law degree from a prestige law school.

Qualification to practice law in at least one state in the United States (NY or CA is preferred).

5-7 years of labor and employment law experiences with no less than 3 years in a top law firms , including litigation and government investigation defense. In-house counsel experience strongly preferred. Flexibility may be applied tovthis qualification for exceptionally qualified candidates.

Union and collective bargaining experience required or highly preferred.

Industry experience in Food & Beverage, retail, or hospitality is a plus.

Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically, make sound, business-oriented legal judgments and provide practical legal solutions

Strong negotiation skills and experience handling sensitive, high-profile employment matters.

Mandarin language proficiency strongly desired but not required.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex issues clearly to varied audiences.

High level of professionalism and ethical standards.

Strong team player and good business sense

Strategic thinker with integrity and spirit of entrepreneurship

Fast learner and adapter within a diverse culture and fast-moving and dynamic work environment. Embrace adventures and challenges.

About Us:

IntelliPro was founded in 2009 and is a global leader in talent recruitment and human resources solutions. We are dedicated to providing unparalleled services to our clients, promoting employee growth, and establishing long-lasting partnerships, which sets us apart. We have active operations in the United States, China, Canada, Singapore, the Philippines, the United Kingdom, India, the Netherlands, and Germany, and continue to lead global talent solutions.

IntelliPro is a global leader that connects individuals with promising job opportunities, and is committed to understanding your career aspirations. As an employer that values equal employment opportunities, IntelliPro places great importance on diversity and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic background, age, genetic information, disability or any other protected group identity under the law. Furthermore, our commitment to inclusiveness emphasizes the acceptance of candidates of all abilities, and ensures that our recruitment and interview processes can meet the needs of all applicants. To learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusiveness, please visit

Compensation: The salary offered to successful candidates will be determined by various factors, including education, work experience, location, job responsibilities, certifications, etc. Additionally, IntelliPro offers a comprehensive benefits package, and all benefits must meet the eligibility requirements.

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