Legal Counsel, Mobility
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 7,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.
Why should you be part of our success story?
As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.
Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator's top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.
Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $17.3 billion valuation and $1 B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.
Summary
The Legal Counsel, Mobility provides specialized legal support related to employee relocation, immigration, and global mobility programs, with a primary focus on the APAC region. This role ensures compliance with applicable immigration, labor, and tax regulations while mitigating risk and supporting the company's mobility strategy across key markets including Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore, and China as well as a multitude of other markets in the APAC region. You will advise on mobility-related agreements, policies, and processes, collaborating closely with HR, Mobility, and business teams to enable seamless international assignments and relocations.
Responsibilities
Advise on global mobility policies, immigration matters, work permits, and employment compliance related to international assignments and relocations.
Draft, review, and negotiate mobility-related agreements, including assignment letters, secondment agreements, and service provider contracts.
Ensure compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and immigration requirements across jurisdictions where the company operates.
Support internal teams in designing and implementing mobility programs, ensuring legal risk is managed while enabling business objectives.
Assist with employee relocation processes, including visa applications, regulatory filings, and compliance audits.
Monitor changes in immigration, labor, and mobility regulations and provide timely guidance to stakeholders.
Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Talent, Finance, and business leaders on mobility-related initiatives.
Contribute to the development of internal mobility policies, playbooks, and knowledge resources.
Handle ad hoc legal projects and escalations related to mobility as they arise.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.
Minimum 5 years post-qualified legal experience, with a strong focus on immigration law. Experience in employment law is a strong bonus. In-house or corporate advisory work with exposure to international assignments and global mobility is preferred.
Strong knowledge of immigration law across multiple jurisdictions, with a particular focus on APAC markets. Priority experience: Japan, South Korea, Indonesia. Additional experience in Vietnam, Singapore, or China is highly valued. Openness and willingness to research and advise across new jurisdictions is a must.
Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and mobility-related agreements.
Ability to provide practical, commercially minded legal guidance, balancing risk and business needs in a fast-paced environment. Comfortable navigating gray areas and finding solutions, not just identifying problems.
Excellent analytical, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
Experience working cross-functionally with HR, finance, and business teams.
High ethical standards, sound judgment, and discretion in handling sensitive information. You bring solutions, not just problems.
Knowledge of multi-jurisdictional mobility regulations, tax considerations, and immigration compliance is a strong plus. Annual bar registration/membership fees are covered by the company.
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.
Our salary range reflects gross base salary. For commercial roles with commission eligibility, this figure represents On-Target Earnings (OTE), inclusive of base salary and target commission.
Salary ranges are quoted in USD as a consistent global reference. Your offer will be localized to your country's currency using a market-aligned conversion.
Final pay is based on objective, job-related criteria including experience, skills, and location.
We don't ask about salary history. Offers are based on the role and what you bring to it.
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
At Deel, we're an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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