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Career-defining. Life-changing.
At iRhythm, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills and your career while impacting the lives of people around the world. iRhythm is shaping a future where everyone, everywhere can access the best possible cardiac health solutions. Every day, we collaborate, create, and constantly reimagine what’s possible. We think big and move fast, driven by our commitment to put patients first and improve lives. We need builders like you. Curious and innovative problem solvers looking for the chance to meaningfully shape the future of cardiac health, our company, and your career.
About This Role
We are seeking a Corporate Counsel – Employment Law to join the Legal Department. This position will report to the Sr. Director, Legal – Corporate. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for providing legal counsel and strategic advice on all aspects of employment law, including day-to-day HR advisory work, HR related contracts, onboarding and offboarding, policy review and development and workplace compliance across U.S. and international locations.
This is a hands-on individual contributor role requiring a practical, business-oriented employment attorney who is comfortable operating as a trusted partner to HR and business leaders with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
Employment Law
- Serve as primary in-house employment law counsel, advising HR, management, and business leaders on a broad range of employment matters, including hiring and onboarding, as well as executive compensation matters.
- A key part of this role is to advise on employment matters involving international subsidiaries and employees located in Europe and Asia, coordinating with local employment counsel as necessary across relevant jurisdictions.
- Provide practical, timely guidance on federal, state, and local employment laws, including Title VII, the ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, NLRA, and applicable state equivalents.
- Advise on leave of absence programs, accommodation requests, and related ADA and FMLA compliance matters.
- Counsel HR and management on wage and hour compliance, classification of employees and independent contractors, and pay equity matters.
- Advise on cross-border employment issues, including expatriate and secondment arrangements and compliance with local labor laws. Support HR on international hiring, terminations, and restructuring activities, working with local counsel to ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
- Partner with HR on the development, implementation, and revision of employment policies, employee handbooks, and workplace compliance programs.
- Advise on executive employment agreements, offer letters, severance arrangements, and non-competition and non-solicitation agreements and draft, review, and negotiate general commercial contracts and vendor agreements in support of HR and business operations.
- Support compensation related disclosures in public filings such as proxy statements.
- Support due diligence and provide employment law related advice in connection with M&A transactions.
Workplace Compliance and Training
- Monitor federal, state, and local legislative and regulatory developments affecting employment law and proactively advise HR and management on compliance obligations and required policy updates.
- Design and deliver employment law training programs for HR professionals, managers, and employees on topics such as anti-harassment, workplace conduct, leave management, and wage and hour compliance.
- Support audits and compliance reviews of employment practices, including I-9 and immigration-related compliance.
- Partner with HR and Benefits on compliance matters related to employee benefit plans, including ERISA and ACA considerations, as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
- J.D. with membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar.
- 5+ years of employment law experience, with a combination of law firm and in-house experience preferred.
- Substantial experience advising on a broad range of employment matters, including employee relations, workplace investigations, leaves of absence, wage and hour compliance, and separations.
- Experience managing employment litigation and government agency proceedings, including oversight of outside counsel.
- Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws across multiple U.S. jurisdictions.
- Demonstrated ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice and to build effective relationships with HR and business partners.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable guidance.
- Ability to manage multiple matters independently in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
- Collaborative and team-oriented.
Preferred Qualifications
- In-house employment law experience at a public company, preferably in the healthcare technology, medical device, or digital health sectors.
- Experience advising on employment matters in international jurisdictions, particularly EU or APAC.
- Familiarity with immigration-related employment compliance, including I-9 and visa sponsorship processes.
- Experience with employment aspects of M&A transactions, including HR due diligence and workforce integration.
Reporting Structure
This position reports directly to the Sr. Director, Legal – Corporate. The role is expected to collaborate closely with Human Resources, Finance, and Business Operations, and will interface regularly with senior management on employment-related matters.
Location:
Remote - US
Actual compensation may vary depending on job-related factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and work location.
Estimated Pay Range
$158,000.00 - $206,000.00
As a part of our core values, we ensure an inclusive workforce. We welcome and celebrate people of all backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives. iRhythm Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws.
iRhythm provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, including those who may have any difficulty using our online system. If you need such an accommodation, you may contact us at taops@irhythmtech.com.
About iRhythm Technologies
iRhythm is a leading digital healthcare company that creates trusted solutions that detect, predict, and prevent disease. Combining wearable biosensors and cloud-based data analytics with powerful proprietary algorithms, iRhythm distills data from millions of heartbeats into clinically actionable information. Through a relentless focus on patient care, iRhythm’s vision is to deliver better data, better insights, and better health for all.
Make iRhythm your path forward. Zio, the heart monitor that changed the game.
There have been instances where individuals not associated with iRhythm have impersonated iRhythm employees pretending to be involved in the iRhythm recruiting process, or created postings for positions that do not exist. Please note that all open positions will always be shown here on the iRhythm Careers page, and all communications regarding the application, interview and hiring process will come from a @irhythmtech.com email address. Please check any communications to be sure they come directly from @irhythmtech.com email address. If you believe you have been the victim of an imposter or want to confirm that the person you are communicating with is legitimate, please contact taops@irhythmtech.com. Written offers of employment will be extended in a formal offer letter from an @irhythmtech.com email address ONLY.
For more information, see https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/blog/2023/01/taking-ploy-out-employment-scams and https://www.ic3.gov/Media/Y2020/PSA200121.
Career-defining. Life-changing.
At iRhythm, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills and your career while impacting the lives of people around the world. iRhythm is shaping a future where everyone, everywhere can access the best possible cardiac health solutions. Every day, we collaborate, create, and constantly reimagine what’s possible. We think big and move fast, driven by our commitment to put patients first and improve lives. We need builders like you. Curious and innovative problem solvers looking for the chance to meaningfully shape the future of cardiac health, our company, and your career.
About This Role
We are seeking a Corporate Counsel – Employment Law to join the Legal Department. This position will report to the Sr. Director, Legal – Corporate. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for providing legal counsel and strategic advice on all aspects of employment law, including day-to-day HR advisory work, HR related contracts, onboarding and offboarding, policy review and development and workplace compliance across U.S. and international locations.
This is a hands-on individual contributor role requiring a practical, business-oriented employment attorney who is comfortable operating as a trusted partner to HR and business leaders with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
Employment Law
- Serve as primary in-house employment law counsel, advising HR, management, and business leaders on a broad range of employment matters, including hiring and onboarding, as well as executive compensation matters.
- A key part of this role is to advise on employment matters involving international subsidiaries and employees located in Europe and Asia, coordinating with local employment counsel as necessary across relevant jurisdictions.
- Provide practical, timely guidance on federal, state, and local employment laws, including Title VII, the ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, NLRA, and applicable state equivalents.
- Advise on leave of absence programs, accommodation requests, and related ADA and FMLA compliance matters.
- Counsel HR and management on wage and hour compliance, classification of employees and independent contractors, and pay equity matters.
- Advise on cross-border employment issues, including expatriate and secondment arrangements and compliance with local labor laws. Support HR on international hiring, terminations, and restructuring activities, working with local counsel to ensure compliance with applicable requirements.
- Partner with HR on the development, implementation, and revision of employment policies, employee handbooks, and workplace compliance programs.
- Advise on executive employment agreements, offer letters, severance arrangements, and non-competition and non-solicitation agreements and draft, review, and negotiate general commercial contracts and vendor agreements in support of HR and business operations.
- Support compensation related disclosures in public filings such as proxy statements.
- Support due diligence and provide employment law related advice in connection with M&A transactions.
Workplace Compliance and Training
- Monitor federal, state, and local legislative and regulatory developments affecting employment law and proactively advise HR and management on compliance obligations and required policy updates.
- Design and deliver employment law training programs for HR professionals, managers, and employees on topics such as anti-harassment, workplace conduct, leave management, and wage and hour compliance.
- Support audits and compliance reviews of employment practices, including I-9 and immigration-related compliance.
- Partner with HR and Benefits on compliance matters related to employee benefit plans, including ERISA and ACA considerations, as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
- J.D. with membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar.
- 5+ years of employment law experience, with a combination of law firm and in-house experience preferred.
- Substantial experience advising on a broad range of employment matters, including employee relations, workplace investigations, leaves of absence, wage and hour compliance, and separations.
- Experience managing employment litigation and government agency proceedings, including oversight of outside counsel.
- Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws across multiple U.S. jurisdictions.
- Demonstrated ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice and to build effective relationships with HR and business partners.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable guidance.
- Ability to manage multiple matters independently in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
- Collaborative and team-oriented.
Preferred Qualifications
- In-house employment law experience at a public company, preferably in the healthcare technology, medical device, or digital health sectors.
- Experience advising on employment matters in international jurisdictions, particularly EU or APAC.
- Familiarity with immigration-related employment compliance, including I-9 and visa sponsorship processes.
- Experience with employment aspects of M&A transactions, including HR due diligence and workforce integration.
Reporting Structure
This position reports directly to the Sr. Director, Legal – Corporate. The role is expected to collaborate closely with Human Resources, Finance, and Business Operations, and will interface regularly with senior management on employment-related matters.
Location:
Remote - US
Actual compensation may vary depending on job-related factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and work location.
Estimated Pay Range
$158,000.00 - $206,000.00
As a part of our core values, we ensure an inclusive workforce. We welcome and celebrate people of all backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives. iRhythm Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with all applicable laws.
iRhythm provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, including those who may have any difficulty using our online system. If you need such an accommodation, you may contact us at taops@irhythmtech.com.
About iRhythm Technologies
iRhythm is a leading digital healthcare company that creates trusted solutions that detect, predict, and prevent disease. Combining wearable biosensors and cloud-based data analytics with powerful proprietary algorithms, iRhythm distills data from millions of heartbeats into clinically actionable information. Through a relentless focus on patient care, iRhythm’s vision is to deliver better data, better insights, and better health for all.
Make iRhythm your path forward. Zio, the heart monitor that changed the game.
There have been instances where individuals not associated with iRhythm have impersonated iRhythm employees pretending to be involved in the iRhythm recruiting process, or created postings for positions that do not exist. Please note that all open positions will always be shown here on the iRhythm Careers page, and all communications regarding the application, interview and hiring process will come from a @irhythmtech.com email address. Please check any communications to be sure they come directly from @irhythmtech.com email address. If you believe you have been the victim of an imposter or want to confirm that the person you are communicating with is legitimate, please contact taops@irhythmtech.com. Written offers of employment will be extended in a formal offer letter from an @irhythmtech.com email address ONLY.
For more information, see https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/blog/2023/01/taking-ploy-out-employment-scams and https://www.ic3.gov/Media/Y2020/PSA200121.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Epic57
- Amazon56
- Jobot24
- Chicago Public Schools15
- Dallas Independent School District13
Top Industries Hiring
- Education198
- Technology & Software163
- Healthcare & Medical Services116
- Law & Legal Services105
- Retail32
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in corporate counsel jobs.
- Juris Doctor degree and active bar admission in at least one U.S. state
- Three to seven years of relevant legal experience in private practice or in-house
- Demonstrated expertise drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts
- Experience advising on employment, data privacy, or regulatory compliance matters
- Strong cross-functional communication skills for partnering with business leaders
- Proficiency with contract lifecycle management or legal operations software
Tips for Your Corporate Counsel Job Search
Tailor your resume to in-house work
Outside counsel experience translates, but in-house hiring managers want to see how you managed business risk, not just billable matters. Lead with outcomes like contract volume handled, policies drafted, or litigation avoided, rather than listing practice areas alone.
Highlight your industry-specific legal knowledge
Corporate counsel roles are rarely generic. A fintech company wants someone who knows payment regulations, while a medical device firm wants FDA compliance experience. Match your resume's language directly to the regulatory environment of each employer's industry.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists corporate counsel openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Ask the right questions in your interview
In-house legal interviews often test business judgment, not just doctrine. Ask about how legal is embedded in product or deal decisions, who your primary internal clients are, and how the team is structured. These questions signal that you understand the in-house operating model.
Negotiate for scope, not just compensation
In-house offers often have less room on base pay than law firm offers, but more flexibility on title, reporting structure, and practice scope. Know which matters you want to own and which you want to hand off to outside counsel before your negotiation conversation.
Build a deal sheet or matter list before applying
Hiring managers for corporate counsel roles frequently ask for a representative list of transactions, contracts, or matters you have handled. Prepare a concise one-page document grouped by deal type or practice area so you can share it immediately upon request.
Corporate Counsel Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most corporate counsels?
The companies hiring the most corporate counsels right now include Epic, Amazon, and Jobot, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is especially active in technology, healthcare, and financial services sectors.
How many corporate counsel jobs are remote?
About 22% of corporate counsel openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, making it one of the more flexible legal roles at the in-house level. Contract review, data privacy counsel, and employment law advisory positions tend to offer the highest share of remote arrangements compared to roles that require frequent on-site collaboration with operations or finance teams.
How do you become a corporate counsel?
You become a corporate counsel by earning a Juris Doctor, passing the bar exam in the state where you plan to practice, and building substantive legal experience, typically in private practice or a prior in-house role. Most employers look for demonstrated expertise in a specific practice area such as commercial contracts, employment law, or regulatory compliance before making an in-house hire. Lateral moves from law firms into industry are the most common path.
Can you get a corporate counsel job with little experience?
Yes, some companies hire attorneys with limited in-house experience, particularly for junior corporate counsel or associate general counsel roles at growth-stage companies. Your strongest asset at that stage is a well-defined specialty, such as privacy law, commercial contracting, or a particular regulated industry, rather than breadth. Clerkships, compliance roles, or regulatory agency experience can substitute for years of private practice when applying to these positions.
What does the corporate counsel interview process look like?
The corporate counsel interview process typically begins with a recruiter or HR screen, followed by a substantive interview with the general counsel or deputy general counsel focused on your practice background and judgment calls. Later rounds often include interviews with business unit leaders who will be your internal clients. Some employers add a writing exercise, such as a contract redline or a legal memo, to assess drafting skill and how you communicate risk to non-lawyers.
Where can I find and apply to corporate counsel jobs?
You can find and apply to corporate counsel jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your practice area, industry background, and preferred location, then apply directly to each position that fits.
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