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.

Deel is a global leader in remote workforce management, helping businesses hire and pay talent anywhere in the world. As part of our growing team, you will play a key role in ensuring that our clients navigate immigration laws effectively as they hire and manage talent across borders. We are looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking immigration lawyer to join our team to support both our internal legal framework and the broader needs of our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Immigration Consultations: Provide strategic legal support to clients by understanding their immigration needs and offering tailored advice to help them navigate the complexities of hiring internationally. You will assist with ensuring compliance with immigration regulations for remote workforces across multiple jurisdictions, and provide exceptional client service.

• Strategic Assessments: Evaluate clients' business models and offer insights on how their immigration strategy aligns with their hiring and operational goals. You will provide strategic immigration advice for businesses that operate internationally, assessing their workforce needs from a legal standpoint and advising on the best immigration pathways.

• Support for Inspections & Compliance: Support clients through the inspection process, offering guidance on preparing for audits or inspections from immigration authorities. This includes advising on documentation, compliance requirements, and potential risk areas to ensure clients' operations continue smoothly across multiple countries.

• Content Creation for Global Immigration Needs: Develop clear, engaging, and accurate content that outlines immigration processes, legal requirements, and business strategies for employers hiring in various countries. This content will serve as a resource for Deel's clients, providing them with up-to-date knowledge on immigration laws, work permits, and visa processes globally.

• Cross-Jurisdiction Coordination: Coordinate with internal teams and legal professionals in various countries to provide seamless, comprehensive legal support to Deel’s global client base. Ensure that immigration processes align with different legal frameworks across jurisdictions, maintaining a smooth workflow for clients and minimizing risks.

• Ongoing Legal Research & Policy Monitoring: Stay informed about the latest trends, changes, and developments in immigration laws across different regions. Regularly update and refine Deel’s immigration policies and legal guidelines to ensure clients receive the best possible advice.

• Preparing and drafting of both application submissions and appeals

Skills & Qualifications:

• Legal Expertise: A Juris Doctor (J.D.) / LLB / LLM with admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction. Specialization and strong experience in immigration law is required.

• B2B Legal Advisory Experience: Proven track record of providing immigration legal advice to large businesses, particularly in remote workforce settings.

• Clear Communication & Writing Skills: Ability to articulate complex legal concepts in clear, client-friendly language both in written and verbal formats. Capable of creating engaging and informative content for international clients.

• Global Perspective & Cultural Sensitivity: Experience working with international clients and understanding of cultural diversity in the business context.

• Technological Proficiency: Familiarity with legal research tools, case management software, and an understanding of technology platforms used in remote work environments.

• Expertise or knowledge across multiple jurisdictions is considered an advantage.

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

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.

Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visiting our careers page.

Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.

Deel will provide accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team via this link and a team member will be in touch to ensure your equal participation. If you have difficulty accessing the form, please email at [email protected].

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