Director, Labor, Employment and Litigation – North America IRC279952

Description

We are seeking a highly accomplished Director, Labor, Employment and Litigation – North America to provide strategic legal counsel across the United States and Canada. This role is ideal for a risk-calibrated attorney with strong business instincts and practical experience navigating complex regulatory, compliance, litigation, and employment matters—particularly within fast-paced, multinational settings.

In this role, you will work closely with global legal colleagues and business leaders, playing a pivotal part in shaping legal strategy and decision-making. You will also have the opportunity to help define the culture, identity, and values of a dynamic legal team, contributing to a smart, collaborative, and collegial department that spans continents.

GlobalLogic estimates the starting pay range for this role to be performed in USA is $150,000-200,000 to and reflects base salary only. This pay range is provided as a good faith estimate and the amount offered may be higher or lower. GlobalLogic takes many factors into consideration in making an offer, including candidate qualifications, work experience, operational needs, travel and onsite requirements, internal peer equity, prevailing wage, responsibilities, and other market and business considerations. #LI-AG6

Requirements

• Qualifications & Experience
• J.D. degree from a nationally recognized law school; active member in good standing of the California Bar.
• 8+ years of legal experience, including:
• In-house experience at a multinational technology or professional services company.     
• Strong familiarity with legal and regulatory frameworks in the U.S. and Canada.
• Preference for candidates with IT services sector experience.
• Extensive experience in employment law, including providing day-to-day counseling and managing employment-related litigation
• Established history of managing outside counsel and overseeing legal matters independently.
• Experience of employment law involving non-exempt workforce populations strongly preferred.

Key Competencies & Attributes

• Intellectually curious and humble, with a willingness to learn from others and an openness to new perspectives.
• Strong decision-making skills with the ability to make clear, well-reasoned and succinct recommendations under pressure
• Learned business acumen with the ability to align legal strategies with operational objectives
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate legal concepts into accessible business and layperson terms
• Proactive, self-directed, and comfortable operating autonomously while collaborating across time zones and functions
• High EQ, cultural sensitivity, and comfort working in a global environment
• Creative problem-solver with a strong risk-calibration mindset
• Open, curious, and adaptable to change; eager to contribute beyond defined responsibilities
• Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally as needed

Job responsibilities

Regulatory & Compliance Leadership

• Design and oversee U.S. and Canadian compliance initiatives aligned with applicable laws and Hitachi Group policies
• Provide proactive advice to business and functional teams on regulatory developments and compliance risk mitigation

Employment & Labor Law

• Advise on employment and labor law matters in the U.S. and Canada, supporting internal People teams and aligning with Hitachi’s shared services group where appropriate
• Provide counsel on issues related to non-exempt workforce management, wage and hour compliance, and workplace practices
• Draft, update, and implement employment-related policies and training programs to ensure compliance and support organizational culture
• Experience with labor organizing, union-related matters, or collective bargaining frameworks is a strong plus.

Litigation & Risk Management

• Serve as the primary legal point of contact for North American employment litigation, including managing outside counsel and litigation strategy
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to realistically manage risk and ensure alignment with business goals.

Cross-Functional Influence

• Work closely with senior legal colleagues to harmonize global legal strategy with regional priorities
• Act as a trusted legal advisor to business leadership, bringing insight and creativity to complex legal challenges

Mentorship & Leadership

• Act as a role model of sound judgment, integrity, and accountability within the legal department and broader organization
• Provide professional mentorship and contribute meaningfully to a collaborative, growth-oriented, and high-performing team culture

What we offer

Culture of caring. At GlobalLogic, we prioritize a culture of caring. Across every region and department, at every level, we consistently put people first. From day one, you’ll experience an inclusive culture of acceptance and belonging, where you’ll have the chance to build meaningful connections with collaborative teammates, supportive managers, and compassionate leaders. 

Learning and development. We are committed to your continuous learning and development. You’ll learn and grow daily in an environment with many opportunities to try new things, sharpen your skills, and advance your career at GlobalLogic. With our Career Navigator tool as just one example, GlobalLogic offers a rich array of programs, training curricula, and hands-on opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

Interesting & meaningful work. GlobalLogic is known for engineering impact for and with clients around the world. As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to work on projects that matter. Each is a unique opportunity to engage your curiosity and creative problem-solving skills as you help clients reimagine what’s possible and bring new solutions to market. In the process, you’ll have the privilege of working on some of the most cutting-edge and impactful solutions shaping the world today.

Balance and flexibility. We believe in the importance of balance and flexibility. With many functional career areas, roles, and work arrangements, you can explore ways of achieving the perfect balance between your work and life. Your life extends beyond the office, and we always do our best to help you integrate and balance the best of work and life, having fun along the way!

High-trust organization. We are a high-trust organization where integrity is key. By joining GlobalLogic, you’re placing your trust in a safe, reliable, and ethical global company. Integrity and trust are a cornerstone of our value proposition to our employees and clients. You will find truthfulness, candor, and integrity in everything we do.

About GlobalLogic

GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, is a trusted digital engineering partner to the world’s largest and most forward-thinking companies. Since 2000, we’ve been at the forefront of the digital revolution – helping create some of the most innovative and widely used digital products and experiences. Today we continue to collaborate with clients in transforming businesses and redefining industries through intelligent products, platforms, and services.