Senior Counsel Claims & Escalations
@ Oyster®

Hybrid
$150,000
Hybrid
Full Time
Posted 1 day ago

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Overview

Oyster® is seeking a Senior Counsel Claims & Escalations to join our Employment Law Team. This remote role is tailored for a legal expert with deep expertise in U.S. employment law and a strong understanding of the EOR model.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide legal advice on employment law and related issues across multiple jurisdictions.
  • Manage employment-related claims and mitigate legal risks.
  • Liaise with outside counsel and research complex legal matters.
  • Create clear, actionable legal guidance for non-legal stakeholders.
  • Support internal teams through contract drafting, negotiations, and policy creation.

Core Requirements

Candidates must have a Juris Doctorate, US bar admission, and at least 5 years of U.S. employment law practice (law firm and in-house background preferred). Expertise in multi-jurisdictional employment issues, EOR model intricacies, and strong business acumen is essential. Familiarity with Canadian employment law is a bonus. Additional responsibilities include immigration issues and drafting employment agreements.

Additional Details

This position is fully remote and requires candidates to be based in the United States within Eastern or Central Time Zones (UTC -5/-6). A reliable home internet connection and fluent English are required.

Key skills/competency

  • Employment Law
  • Claims Management
  • EOR
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Cross-border
  • Contract Drafting
  • Legal Research
  • Negotiation
  • Compliance
  • Immigration Basics
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How to Get Hired at Oyster®

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize resume: Highlight employment law and claims experience.
  • Research Oyster®: Understand their remote culture and EOR model.
  • Prepare examples: Showcase cross-border legal cases.
  • Practice clarity: Translate legal complexity into simple language.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review US employment laws.
Study cross-border legal regulations.
Understand the EOR legal framework.
Familiarize with Canadian employment rules.

Behavioral Questions

Explain your conflict resolution experience.
Describe a time managing high-pressure claims.
Discuss teamwork in complex projects.
Share examples of strategic decision-making.

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