Provide high-quality legal advice to the Global HR team on employment law compliance.
Manage employment disputes, including handling demand letters and agency complaints.
Oversee global HR governance program, policy rollouts, audits, and vendor contracting.
Offer legal counsel on U.S. HR matters such as compensation, benefits, and restructuring.
Direct and advise on HR investigations, ensuring thorough and compliant processes.
Monitor and advise on employment law developments, anticipating potential impacts.
Collaborate with HR, Legal & Compliance, and Finance on non-employee and tax-related issues.
Select and manage outside counsel for employment dispute resolutions and other advice.
Conduct HR audits, directing necessary remediations for compliance.
Develop training materials and update policies in response to legal developments.
Facilitate cross-border movement of personnel with legal compliance.
Requirements
Required Skills:
Bachelor's degree and J.D.
At least 10 years of experience in employment law, including top-tier law firm practice and preferably in-house experience.
Licensed to practice law in Massachusetts or eligible for admission.
Extensive knowledge of US employment laws and HR compliance.
Proven experience in managing investigations, employment disputes and selecting outside counsel.
Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with global HR laws and regulations, cross-border personnel movement and international HR compliance.
Job Level: Management
Additional Information
The base compensation range for this role is: $226,000.00-$311,000.00
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.
Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.
In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees' and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being ; including, but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation
Why Biogen?
At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communi
Benefits
Dental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offEquity / stock optionsPerformance bonusParental leave
Additional Information
About This Role:
As an Employment Counsel on the Legal & Compliance team, you will provide crucial legal advice and support to Biogen's Global Human Resources department, addressing the needs of over 8,000 global employees. Your expertise will guide HR in navigating complex issues such as performance management, recruitment, harassment/discrimination, and compliance with employment laws and regulations. You will manage employment disputes, coordinate with outside counsel, and ensure HR practices align with legal standards. This role is integral to maintaining a compliant and productive workforce, directly impacting Biogen's operational success and strategic objectives within the organization. Reports to Chief Employment Counsel.
Biogen · Cambridge, MA