Legal Head Of Us Labor & Employee Law

Philips

Cambridge, MA, USA
Base: $244,000 to $389,000; bonus/equity: annual i...
Fully remote
Juris doctor degree from accredited us law school
Active bar membership required
15+ years progressive labor and employment law experience
The Head of US Employment Law will serve as the enterprise leader for the US Employment and Labor Law team, reporting to the Head of Legal, North America

Job Summary

  • The Head of US Employment Law will serve as the enterprise leader for the US Employment and Labor Law team, reporting to the Head of Legal, North America.
  • This role requires championing the thoughtful adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and legal technology to enhance quality, efficiency, and compliant workforce decision-making.
  • Employees are eligible to participate in a comprehensive Philips Total Rewards benefits program including generous PTO, 401k match up to 7%, and stock purchase plans.

Matching Summary

The Head of US Employment Law will serve as the enterprise leader for the US Employment and Labor Law team, reporting to the Head of Legal, North America.

Salary

Base: $244,000 to $389,000; Bonus/Equity: Annual incentive bonus and long-term incentives may be offered; Benefits: Generous PTO, 401k match up to 7%, HSA, stock purchase plan, education reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Juris Doctor degree from accredited US law school
  • Active bar membership required
  • 15+ years progressive labor and employment law experience
  • Experience leading employment law function at scale
  • Deep expertise in US employment law
  • Strong network across global HealthTech industry

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with California law preferred
  • Experience with Works Councils and international unions
  • Fluency in emerging legal technologies and AI applications
  • Ability to mentor senior legal talent
  • Experience in healthcare or medical technology sector

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from accredited US law school
  • Active bar membership
  • 15+ years of labor and employment law experience
  • US work authorization required without sponsorship
  • Proven ability to lead within a complex global matrix

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization

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