Senior Employment Legal Counsel, Americas

📋 Description

• Act as a trusted Employment Legal partner for Canva's Americas region, working closely with People
• Provide practical, commercially minded advice across a broad range of employment matters, including
• Prepare and negotiate employment-related documentation, including separation agreements
• Support and manage employment disputes and litigation
• Conduct employment classification reviews and support other compliance initiatives
• Lead complex and time-sensitive regional and Canva-wide employment projects, coordinating internal

🎯 Requirements

• 8+ years' relevant experience gained in a respected law firm and/or in-house, ideally supporting a
• Admission to, and good standing with, a US state bar
• Strong working knowledge of employment law across multiple US states, and the ability to apply that
• Good judgment and a collaborative, flexible approach to problem-solving
• The ability to communicate complex matters clearly and provide pragmatic advice that is risk-aware
• A strong sense of ownership, a 'can do' attitude, and the ability to navigate stakeholders and

🎁 Benefits

• Equity packages - we want our success to be yours too
• Health benefits plans to support you and your wellbeing
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
• An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup
• Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and supports