The Company is seeking an Associate General Counsel for the Americas with a focus on employment and litigation. The successful candidate will be a pragmatic and solution-oriented lawyer, responsible for overseeing a wide range of employment-related legal issues and general litigation matters across the region. This includes providing legal guidance on compliance, risk mitigation, and managing both internal and external legal resources. The role demands a strategic advisor who is also a hands-on problem solver, with a passion for delivering creative and proactive legal solutions. The Associate General Counsel will also be involved in corporate governance, legal operations, and will partner with cross-functional stakeholders on various enterprise initiatives. Applicants must have a Juris Doctor degree, be a member in good standing of a State Bar or the District of Columbia, and have 10-15+ years of employment and litigation experience, preferably with a combination of in-house and law firm exposure. A strong knowledge of labor and employment laws, particularly in the U.S. and Canada, is essential, with a specific requirement for California wage and hour/PAGA experience. The role also requires prior experience in managing and developing legal teams, as well as overseeing or building legal operations capabilities. The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a proven track record of managing outside counsel and litigation budgets.

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Magnit