Pay Transparency & Pay Equity Counsel - California
Axiom · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $350,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Advise on global compensation and pay equity.
- Ensure compliance with pay transparency laws.
- Collaborate with HR and legal teams.
- Manage international compensation regulations.
- Support a leading technology client.
About the role
Pay Transparency & Pay Equity Counsel
We are seeking a Pay Transparency & Pay Equity Counsel to join our technology client team. In this role, you will provide expert legal advice and support to our client on global compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity matters, ensuring compliance and mitigating risk across multiple jurisdictions. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with a leading global technology company, shaping legal strategies and supporting business success in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.
Responsibilities:
- Drafting, reviewing, and advising on compensation-related policies, frameworks, and supporting documentation.
- Providing legal guidance on pay transparency, pay equity, salary disclosure, equal pay, and compensation compliance matters.
- Collaborating with Legal, HR, Total Rewards, analytics teams, and other cross-functional stakeholders on compensation initiatives and regulatory implementation.
- Managing compensation-related legal and regulatory issues for a multinational technology client across the U.S., UK, EU, and other global jurisdictions.
- Staying ahead of industry trends and regulatory changes, including the EU Pay Transparency Directive, UK gender pay gap reporting, and U.S. salary disclosure laws, to provide proactive counsel.
Qualifications:
- 8+ years of experience in employment law, compensation and benefits law, or a related practice area.
- Strong knowledge of global pay transparency, pay equity, and compensation compliance regulations.
- Proven track record of advising clients on complex employment or compensation-related legal matters in multinational organizations.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, technology, and problem-solving skills.
- Juris Doctor degree or equivalent and licensed to practice law in an applicable jurisdiction.
Preferred Skills:
- Global experience to support upcoming implementation of the EU Pay Transparency Directive
- Familiarity with global pay equity reviews, job architecture, leveling frameworks, and compensation governance structures.
- Experience partnering with HR, Total Rewards, and compensation teams in a global organization.
- Experience supporting compensation and benefits due diligence in corporate transactions.
- Prior experience advising technology companies or other fast-paced multinational organizations.
Key skills/competency:
- Pay Transparency
- Pay Equity
- Employment Law
- Compensation Compliance
- Legal Counsel
- Global Regulations
- Risk Mitigation
- Policy Development
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Technology Law
Skills & topics
- Pay Transparency
- Pay Equity
- Counsel
- Employment Law
- Compensation
- Legal
- Compliance
- Technology
- Global
- Attorney
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your experience with global pay transparency, pay equity, and employment law, specifically mentioning multinational organizations and technology clients.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Emphasize your understanding of complex legal matters and your ability to provide proactive counsel on evolving regulations like the EU Pay Transparency Directive.
- Showcase relevant skills: Quantify your achievements in policy drafting, regulatory implementation, and cross-functional collaboration with HR and Total Rewards teams.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss how you handle complex legal challenges, manage multiple jurisdictions, and stay current with industry trends.
- Research Axiom's culture: Understand their pioneering role in alternative legal services and their commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Technical preparation
Master global pay transparency regulations.,Study EU Pay Transparency Directive.,Review US salary disclosure laws.,Analyze compensation governance structures.
Behavioral questions
Describe advising on complex compensation matters.,How do you manage international legal compliance?,Share an example of proactive legal counsel.,Discuss collaborating with HR and Legal teams.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Axiom's approach to compensation for a Pay Transparency & Pay Equity Counsel?
- Axiom offers competitive compensation for its attorneys, with estimated annual earnings ranging from $104,500 to $350,000, depending on factors like experience and location. This role also offers additional benefits such as health insurance and professional development opportunities.
- What specific global regulations are most important for this Pay Transparency & Pay Equity Counsel role?
- Key regulations include the EU Pay Transparency Directive, UK gender pay gap reporting requirements, and various U.S. salary disclosure laws. Staying current with these and other evolving global compensation laws is crucial for success in this role.
- What kind of technology client will I be supporting as a Pay Transparency & Pay Equity Counsel?
- You will be supporting a leading global technology company. This involves advising on their compensation-related legal and regulatory issues across multiple international jurisdictions.
- How does Axiom support career growth for its legal talent?
- Axiom emphasizes meaningful work, career advancement, and professional development. They offer opportunities to engage with diverse legal matters for a wide range of clients, fostering a dynamic and multi-faceted career.
- What is the expected level of experience for the Pay Transparency & Pay Equity Counsel position?
- The role requires a minimum of 8 years of experience in employment law, compensation and benefits law, or a related field. Prior experience with multinational organizations and technology companies is highly preferred.
- How does Axiom leverage technology in its legal services?
- Axiom combines world-class legal talent with advanced AI tools to deliver innovative legal solutions. This integration of technology aims to drive efficiency and growth for their clients.