Job description

About us Coalition is the world's first Active Insurance provider designed to help prevent digital risk before it strikes. Founded in 2017, Coalition combines comprehensive insurance coverage and innovative cybersecurity tools to help businesses manage and mitigate potential cyberattacks. Opportunities to make an impact with bold thinking are real—and happening daily at Coalition. About the role We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate General Counsel to join our Legal team as Coalition’s global Employment counsel. You will guide our PeopleOps (Human Resources) and Talent organizations in support of Coalition’s global operations, providing strategic direction on employment matters, setting regulatory guardrails in specific geographies, and analyzing upcoming regulatory trends that could impact Coalition’s growth. A successful candidate will be a trusted, practical advisor with outstanding communication skills, a strong sense of collaboration, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, innovative business. This individual must be adept at working in a fully remote environment and across multiple time zones. Responsibilities Strategic Employment Counsel Serve as the primary legal partner to PeopleOps and Talent, providing business-focused direction across the employee lifecycle, from hiring and compensation to leaves, performance management, workforce changes, and separations. Advise on complex employee relations matters, including investigations, terminations, and reductions in force. Global Guardrails & Expansion Develop practical, jurisdiction-specific guardrails for hiring and employing talent worldwide, including worker classification, employer-of-record structures, and local employment terms, and support Coalition’s entry into new markets. Select and manage local outside counsel in non-U.S. jurisdictions. Regulatory Horizon Scanning Monitor and analyze emerging employment and workforce regulation (e.g., pay transparency, AI in hiring, restrictive covenants, employee data privacy) and translate it into clear recommendations for PeopleOps, Talent, and Legal leadership. Policies, Training & Dispute Resolution Draft and maintain employment agreements, policies, and handbooks tailored to each jurisdiction; and train People team members and managers. Manage employment disputes in coordination with outside counsel. Cross-Functional Partnership Build strong relationships across the company and deliver clear, practical advice; support special projects and strategic initiatives as needed. Skills and Qualifications Education & Bar Admission JD from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to, and in good standing with, at least one US state bar (or equivalent qualification). Experience 12+ years of relevant legal experience at a leading law firm, in-house, or a combination of both, with a focus on global employment laws and labor practices in highly regulated space (e.g., Insurance, Finance preferred) Demonstrated experience advising HR and Talent teams on employment matters across multiple jurisdictions, including outside the U.S. Proven track record of selecting, directing, and managing local outside counsel across multiple jurisdictions to deliver high-quality, timely results within approved budgets, including scoping engagements, negotiating fee arrangements, reviewing invoices, and monitoring spend against forecasts. Experience drafting contracts or agreements and using a contract database (CMS). Must have a successful track record in managing and responding effectively to client requests, follow through on projects in a timely manner, and adapt to a fast-paced and changing environment. Skills & Attributes Excellent legal and business judgment and ability to deliver practical, solutions-oriented advice, and to translate evolving regulations into actionable guidance for non-lawyers. Excellent communication and drafting skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities across functions and time zones. Ability to work independently, multi-task, meet deadlines, and effectively navigate a remote work environment. Strong attention to detail, proof-reading skills, and problem-solving capabilities. Superior follow-up and organizational skills; and the ability to work as part of a team. Strong negotiating skills in both legal and financial/commercial matters. Shows initiative and is willing to take ownership of projects. Bonus Points In-house experience supporting People and Talent teams at a growth-stage or technology-driven company. Experience with employment law in the UK and other European markets, and familiarity with pay transparency, EU collective bargaining arrangements, AI in employment, and employee data privacy (e.g., GDPR/UK GDPR). Experience in Insurtech, cybersecurity, SaaS, or financial services, or with other regulated industries. Compensation Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The US base salary for this position ranges from $230,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $310,000/year in our highest geographic market. Consistent with applicable laws, an employee's pay within this range is based on a number of factors, which include but are not limited to relevant education, skills, job-related knowledge, qualifications, work experience, credentials, and/or geographic location. Your recruiter can share more on target salary for your location during the interview process. Coalition, Inc. reserves the right to modify this range as needed. Perks 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) retirement plan with competitive employer match Flexible PTO Up to 14 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and 8 weeks of paid parental leave for non-birthing parents Annual home office stipend and WeWork access Mental & physical health wellness programs like One Medical, Headspace, Wellhub, and more! Competitive compensation and opportunity for advancement Why Coalition? Work at Coalition is centered on the joint mission to Protect the Unprotected. We have built a remote-first, highly inclusive culture that welcomes people from diverse backgrounds. We trust each other to take responsibility, share ownership of outcomes, and put in the work together to protect businesses from digital risk. Coalition’s exceptional growth stems from its ability to address real-world problems for organizations of all sizes while remaining true to our founding values of character, humility, responsibility, purpose, authenticity, and inclusion. We’re always looking for collaborative, inquisitive individuals to join #OurCoalition. Visit our Newsroom > Privacy Notice Coalition is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. We collect, use, and store personal information as necessary for the recruitment process and in compliance with applicable privacy laws and regulations in all regions where we operate. We want you to understand what personal information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding access, correction, and deletion of your data where applicable. Information submitted, collected, and processed as part of your application is subject to Coalition's Privacy Policy. For further details, please review our full Privacy Policy or contact us with any questions regarding how your information is handled. Our Privacy Policy > Safe Hiring Notice All legitimate communication from Coalition comes from @coalitioninc.com emails, and open roles are listed only on our Careers page . We never ask for payment, banking details, or personal identification before an offer is accepted through our secure systems. If you believe you’ve been a victim of fraudulent recruiting, follow guidance from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Anti-Discrimination Notice Coalition is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable laws in each country where we operate. This commitment includes, but is not limited to, ensuring equal treatment in recruitment, selection, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, and all other aspects of employment. Coalition does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind, and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. Accommodations Coalition is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, including applicants and employees, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations in each country where we operate. Our policy is to support equal opportunity in the hiring process by considering qualified applicants regardless of disability or other protected characteristics, unless providing accommodation would impose an undue hardship or disproportionate burden. If you require accommodation to complete an application, interview, pre-employment testing, or participate in the selection process, please contact us at candidateaccommodations@coalitioninc.com . We also consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in line with applicable laws and regulations in each jurisdiction. To all recruitment agencies: Coalition does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Do not forward resumes to our email alias, employees, or other physical or virtual organization locations. Coalition is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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Must-haves

Strategic Employment Counsel
Advise on complex employee relations matters, including investigations, terminations, and reductions in force.
Global Guardrails & Expansion
Select and manage local outside counsel in non-U.S. jurisdictions.
Regulatory Horizon Scanning
Policies, Training & Dispute Resolution
Draft and maintain employment agreements, policies, and handbooks tailored to each jurisdiction; and train People team members and managers.
Manage employment disputes in coordination with outside counsel.
Cross-Functional Partnership
Build strong relationships across the company and deliver clear, practical advice; support special projects and strategic initiatives as needed.
Skills and Qualifications
Education & Bar Admission
JD from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to, and in good standing with, at least one US state bar (or equivalent qualification).
Demonstrated experience advising HR and Talent teams on employment matters across multiple jurisdictions, including outside the U.S.
Experience drafting contracts or agreements and using a contract database (CMS).
Must have a successful track record in managing and responding effectively to client requests, follow through on projects in a timely manner, and adapt to a fast-paced and changing environment.
Skills & Attributes
Excellent legal and business judgment and ability to deliver practical, solutions-oriented advice, and to translate evolving regulations into actionable guidance for non-lawyers.
Excellent communication and drafting skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities across functions and time zones.
Ability to work independently, multi-task, meet deadlines, and effectively navigate a remote work environment.

Nice-to-haves

12+ years of relevant legal experience at a leading law firm, in-house, or a combination of both, with a focus on global employment laws and labor practices in highly regulated space (e.g., Insurance, Finance preferred)
In-house experience supporting People and Talent teams at a growth-stage or technology-driven company.
Experience with employment law in the UK and other European markets, and familiarity with pay transparency, EU collective bargaining arrangements, AI in employment, and employee data privacy (e.g., GDPR/UK GDPR).
Experience in Insurtech, cybersecurity, SaaS, or financial services, or with other regulated industries.

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