Junior Legal Counsel

Summary

Join Deel, a global leader in international payroll and compliance, as we continue to revolutionize the way companies hire talent worldwide. We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment with opportunities for professional growth. In this role, you will provide comprehensive legal support to various internal departments, collaborating with legal teams and business units to develop and implement effective legal strategies. You will draft and negotiate agreements, mitigate legal risks, and offer legal counsel. This position requires a law degree, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. Deel offers competitive compensation and benefits, including remote work flexibility and stock grant opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor of law or qualification to practice law in Brazil
• 2-3 years of legal experience (in-house experience is a plus, but not required)
• Strong understanding of and experience in employment law
• Proactive, autonomous, and adaptable, with a strong desire for continuous learning and professional growth
• Capable of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team
• Fluency in English is required

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal support to various internal departments
• Collaborate with in-house and external legal teams as needed
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements
• Implement proactive strategies to mitigate legal risks and prevent disputes
• Offer legal advice to the Company
• Partner with business teams to deliver practical, business-oriented legal solutions
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of legal templates, guidelines, playbooks, and processes
• Participate in various cross-functional projects

Preferred Qualifications

In-house legal experience

Benefits

• Provided computer equipment tailored to your role
• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
• The flexibility of remote work, including WeWork access where available