Digital Realty

Sr. Director, Legal Corporate

Digital Realty • $160K — $200K *
Phoenix, AZ 85004In-Person
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
  • 10+ years of significant labor and employment law experience, ideally in both a law firm and in-house legal department.
  • Deep expertise in U.S. federal, multi-state, and Canadian employment laws.
  • Experience managing employment litigation and outside counsel relationships.
  • Strong legal analysis, drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced environment.
  • Preferred experience in California employment law and emerging issues like privacy and pay equity.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic and day-to-day advice on labor and employment matters in the U.S. and Canada.
  • Draft, negotiate, and interpret employment-related agreements.
  • Oversee employee relations matters, including performance management and workplace conduct.
  • Advise on wage-and-hour compliance and workplace safety regulations.
  • Manage employment litigation and pre-litigation disputes, including case strategy and risk assessment.
  • Design and deliver training on labor and employment topics for various stakeholders.
  • Lead complex, cross-functional projects to improve Legal and Human Resources processes.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
  • Involvement in strategic initiatives impacting the organization.
  • Access to a diverse range of legal challenges in a multinational context.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Sr. Director, Corporate Counsel

Your Role

The Sr. Director, Corporate Counsel, Labor & Employment (Americas) serves as the primary legal partner to Human Resources and business leaders on labor and employment matters across the United States and Canada. Reporting to the SVP, Deputy General Counsel (Litigation, Employment & Compliance), this role provides strategic, practical, and business-focused legal counsel while managing employment risk, supporting organizational growth initiatives, leading complex employment matters, and collaborating across Legal, Human Resources, Compliance, Privacy, and business teams in a fast-paced global environment.

What You'll Do

Labor & Employment Counseling
  • Provide strategic and day-to-day advice on labor and employment matters arising primarily in the United States and Canada, coordinating with other members of the Legal, Human Resources, Compliance, and Privacy Teams, as well as other business stakeholders, as appropriate.
  • Draft, negotiate, and interpret employment-related agreements.
  • Oversee and counsel on employee relations matters, including performance management, workplace conduct, accommodations, investigations, terminations, and development of strategies, policies, and training programs.
  • Advise on wage-and-hour compliance, worker classification, pay transparency and pay equity, restrictive covenants, employee mobility, workplace safety, and federal, state, provincial, and local employment requirements.
  • Advise on compensation and benefits, including equity incentive compensation, severance programs, retirement, and health and welfare matters.
  • Provide employment-law support for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, integrations, restructurings, and other strategic transactions as well as in connection with disclosure, audit, and diligence obligations.
  • Partner with other members of Legal, Human Resources, Compliance, and Privacy Teams in overseeing sensitive workplace investigations.
  • Manage employment litigation, agency charges, demand letters, administrative proceedings, arbitrations, and pre-litigation disputes, including with respect to development of case strategy, assessment of risk exposure, settlement and trial positions, legal holds and discovery, and review of filings and correspondence.
  • Draft , review, and implement employment policies, workplace standards, arbitration and dispute-resolution programs, and related forms and templates, including preparation of practical playbooks, decision tools, checklists, workflows, and guidance for Human Resources and business leaders.
  • Monitor legal and regulatory developments, assess business impact, and lead timely updates to policies, practices, and communications.
  • Design and deliver trainings for Human Resources, managers, executives, and employees on labor and employment topics.
  • Serve as a trusted adviser to Human Resources and senior leadership, balancing legal risk, business objectives, operational realities, and employee experience.
  • Coordinate Americas matters with the global Legal and Human Resources teams to support consistent, practical, and legally compliant approaches across jurisdictions.
  • Lead complex, cross-functional projects and drive continuous improvement of Legal and Human Resources processes.
  • Mentor and provide substantive guidance to other lawyers and legal professionals, and support broader Legal Team priorities as needed.
  • Develop meaningful metrics and reporting to identify trends, improve controls, and support risk-based decision-making.
  • Select, supervise, and evaluate outside counsel; establish strategy, budgets, and staffing expectations; and actively manage legal spend.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain employment policies, workplace programs, training materials, playbooks, workflows, and guidance tools for Human Resources and business leaders.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership while leading cross-functional initiatives, driving process improvements, developing risk metrics, and supporting informed business decision-making.
  • Select, manage, and evaluate outside counsel, including legal strategy, budgeting, staffing expectations, and legal spend management.

What You'll Need
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
  • At least 10+ years of significant labor and employment law experience, preferably combining experience at a nationally recognized law firm and an in-house legal department within a multinational organization.
  • Deep expertise in U.S. federal, multi-state, and Canadian employment laws, including employee relations, workplace investigations, litigation management, and regulatory compliance.
  • Demonstrated experience managing employment litigation, government agency matters, outside counsel relationships, and legal budgets.
  • Strong legal analysis, drafting, negotiation, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
  • Ability to deliver concise, practical, business-oriented legal advice and balance legal risk with operational objectives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills with experience handling multiple complex matters across jurisdictions.
  • High degree of integrity, sound judgment, discretion, collaboration, and commitment to client service.
  • Preferred experience advising on California employment law, executive employment matters, equity compensation, employee benefits, labor relations, and workplace investigations.
  • Preferred experience addressing emerging issues involving privacy, artificial intelligence, pay equity, non-compete restrictions, scalable legal processes, technology-enabled workflows, and management reporting.

About Digital Realty

Digital Realty Careers

Joining Digital Realty means becoming part of a dedicated team of professionals who are at the forefront of innovation in the data center industry. Digital Realty, a leading global provider of data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions, offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and experiences.

Explore Job Opportunities

Digital Realty is actively hiring and offers a plethora of positions that cater to both seasoned professionals and those at the beginning of their career journey. The company is committed to fostering a culture of growth and leadership, making it an ideal environment for ambitious individuals looking to advance their careers.

Internship Programs

For those just starting out, Digital Realty’s internship programs provide a robust platform for gaining industry experience and networking with experts. Internships are designed to transform academic knowledge into professional practice, while interns work on projects that drive real business results.

Professional Growth and Development

Digital Realty believes in the continuous professional development of its team members. The company supports career advancement through comprehensive leadership and diversity training programs that are designed to enhance skills and foster an inclusive workplace.

Benefits and Culture

The benefits at Digital Realty go beyond standard employment perks. Team members enjoy competitive benefits packages that support both their professional and personal lives. Moreover, Digital Realty is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture where every team member feels valued and motivated.

Innovation and Leadership

At the intersection of technology and real estate, Digital Realty stands as a leader in its field. The company encourages innovation and thought leadership, which permeates every project and initiative. Team members are encouraged to think creatively and push boundaries, which is integral to the company’s success and industry leadership.

Applying for a Position

To apply for a position at Digital Realty, candidates should prepare their resume to highlight relevant experience and skills. The interview process is designed to assess not only professional qualifications but also a candidate's fit within Digital Realty’s unique culture. Interested candidates can explore available positions and submit their applications through the Digital Realty Jobs portal.

Stay Connected

Keep up to date with the latest from Digital Realty by following their careers blog. Here, one can find career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights that can be immediately applied. Digital Realty also offers personalized job alert emails, ensuring that potential candidates do not miss out on exciting and rewarding opportunities.

Join the Digital Realty Team

Search open positions that match your skills and interests. Digital Realty looks for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. Explore how far your ambition can take you within a company that prides itself on being a global leader in data center solutions.

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