Employment Counsel (US Employment Laws)

NOTE TO APPLICANTS: Individual(s) must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for immigration support or sponsorship from Milliman now or in the future

position SUMMARY:

The legal Team at Milliman, Global Corporate Services (GCS) is seeking an experienced Employment Counsel (US Employment Laws) to provide strategic legal guidance on employment matters across multiple jurisdictions. This role partners closely with HR and business leaders to ensure compliance, manage risk, and support growth. This role reports to the Chief Legal Officer.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as point of contact to human resources and provide SME support to operations on labor and employment matters in the US.
• Provide advice and counsel to management and HR professionals on all aspects of day-to-day employment-related matters, including hiring and termination issues, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, reasonable accommodations, leaves of absence, wage and hour issues, restrictive covenants, and employee investigations.
• Review legislative trends and remain up to date on changes in the law to proactively advise the business.
• Conducts research on legal matters, drafts legal memoranda, and provides legal advice to HR and the business.

• Manage employment litigation, develop strategy, facilitate discovery, and consult on key decisions. Advise on employment disputes and regulatory complaints (EEOC, NLRB, MCAD, etc.), and manage outside counsel for some litigation matters.

• Represent the Company in mediations and negotiate settlement agreements.
• Develop, provide, and deliver proactive training to Human Resources professionals and business leaders on a wide variety of employment law matters.

• Provide analysis and counsel on US labor and employment issues, including recruitment, hiring, discipline, reorganizations, terminations, training, policies, handbooks, compensation, and benefits.
• Support M&A due diligence and integration, providing employment-related risk assessments and guidance.
• Collaborate with HR and leadership to align legal strategies with business objectives and foster a strong compliance culture.
• Collaborate with the compliance and data privacy teams to advise on implementation of changes or programs within the US.
• Serve as a legal representative on committees and special projects as requested.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree. Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• The ideal candidate must have an active membership in any U.S. State Bar.
• The ideal candidate must have minimum 5 years of US employment law experience.
• The ideal candidate must have a combination of experience in both law firm and in a corporate setting.
• The ideal candidate must have experience with multistate employment matters.
• The ideal candidate must have strong understanding of US federal and state labor and employment statutes and compliance frameworks.
• The ideal candidate must have expertise in drafting and negotiating employment-related agreements and policies.
• Must have excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

• Must be able to balance business needs and corporate goals within the appropriate legal framework and with a large emphasis on compliance.
• Must provide strategic high-level legal counsel as a partner to senior business leaders and Human Resources professionals.
• Must possess good business judgment and risk mitigation skills.
• Must be able to prioritize and manage numerous matters simultaneously.

LOCATION:

This is a remote role. This job posting is expected to close on February 28^th, 2026

COMPENSATION:

The overall salary range for this role is $131,600 – $249,780. For candidates residing in:

• Alaska, California, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York City, Newark, San Jose, San Francisco, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, or the District of Columbia the salary range is $151,340 – $249,780.
• All other locations the salary range is $131,600 – $217,200

A combination of factors will be considered, including, but not limited to, education, relevant work experience, qualifications, skills, certifications, etc.

BENEFITS:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and well-being. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision – Coverage for employees, dependents, and domestic
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support for personal and work-related
• 401(k) Plan – Includes a company matching program and profit-sharing
• Discretionary Bonus Program – Recognizing employee
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Pre-tax savings for dependent care, transportation, and eligible medical expenses.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Begins accruing on the first day of Full-time employees accrue 15 days per year, and employees working less than full-time accrue PTO on a prorated basis.
• Holidays – A minimum of 10 paid holidays per
• Family Building Benefits – Includes adoption and fertility
• Paid Parental Leave – Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for employees who meet eligibility
• Life Insurance & AD&D – 100% of premiums covered by
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability – Fully paid by

ABOUT MILLIMAN:

Independent for over 75 years, Milliman delivers market-leading services and solutions to clients worldwide. Today, we are helping companies take on some of the world’s most critical and complex issues, including retirement funding and healthcare financing, risk management and regulatory compliance, data analytics and business transformation.

Milliman invests in skills training and career development and gives all employees access to a variety of learning and mentoring opportunities. Our growing number of Milliman Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s) are employee-led communities that influence policy decisions, develop future leaders, and amplify the voices of their constituents. We encourage our employees to give back to their varied professions, including leadership in professional organizations. Please visit our web site (https://www.milliman.com/en/social-impact) to learn more about Milliman’s commitments to our people, inclusion, and sustainability.

Through a team of professionals ranging from actuaries to clinicians, technology specialists to plan administrators, we offer unparalleled expertise in employee benefits, investment consulting, healthcare, life insurance and financial services, and property and casualty insurance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.