Junior Legal Counsel

Location

Germany

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

Remote

Department

G&A, Legal, Legal Counsel, EMEA Legal

Overview

Who we are is what we do. Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 6,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Key Responsibilities (with German Employment Law focus)

• Provide legal support to various internal departments, with a strong focus on German employment law matters.
• Review, draft, and update employment contracts, policies, and employee handbooks to ensure compliance with local labor laws and internal standards.
• Conduct legal compliance assessments related to employment practices, benefits, working conditions, and other labor-related obligations.
• Provide end-to-end legal advice on employment terminations, including risk assessment, documentation, and process alignment with applicable legislation.
• Assist with internal investigations and advise on employee relations issues, including disciplinary procedures, workplace disputes, and claims.
• Monitor changes in labor and employment legislation and proactively advise internal stakeholders on potential impacts.
• Work closely with other in-house and external counsel to coordinate multi-jurisdictional employment matters.
• Draft and negotiate agreements, particularly those involving employment-related provisions or contractor relationships.
• Collaborate with legal colleagues in preparing and maintaining templates, guides, playbooks, and internal documentation related to employment law.
• Provide relevant legal advice to internal teams and customers where appropriate, balancing legal risk with practical business needs.
• Support cross-functional projects, especially those involving workforce structure, international employment strategies, or internal policy rollout.

When applying to this role, please include an English version of your resume.

Qualifications & Desired Skills

• 2-3 years’ experience (in-house experience is not essential), with a strong background in German employment law matters.
• Proactive, autonomous, resilient, adaptable, and eager to continually learn and develop professionally.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Fluent in English and German.

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.

Some things you’ll enjoy

• 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 optional WeWork access

Equal opportunity employer statement and acknowledgment of diversity and inclusion. Deel is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace and will provide accommodation on request throughout the recruitment process. If accommodation is required, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team at

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