Associate HR Legal Counsel

Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate‑Palmolive has grown into a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories. Our brands include Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, Elmex, Tom’s of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga, Hello, and Hill’s Science Diet and Hill’s Prescription Diet. Colgate‑Palmolive is a leading consumer products company serving hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and to programs that enrich communities around the world. Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live. A career at Colgate‑Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, a constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness. Travel Required Travel - up to 10% of time. Location New York, NY or Piscataway, NJ. If based in Piscataway, NJ, must be able to travel to NYC office 2 days per week and as business needs dictate. Job Opportunity Colgate‑Palmolive is seeking an Associate HR Legal Counsel to join our Corporate Legal team, reporting directly to the Chief Human Resources Counsel. This role offers the opportunity to provide legal support on a variety of global employment law matters while partnering closely with Human Resources, People Relations, and Ethics & Compliance. The single most important objective of this role is to provide business‑oriented legal solutions that mitigate risk while supporting the effective implementation of HR policies and practices. Responsibilities Conduct research on global employment law developments and monitor and provide updates and recommendations on impact of emerging laws on company operations Draft and maintain employment‑related policies and support their implementation and application Create and present trainings on relevant aspects of employment law Conduct fact‑finding and prepare written responses to administrative charges of discrimination/harassment/retaliation Prepare employment‑related agreements and individual consulting agreements Serve as HR Legal liaison between HR and outside immigration counsel to address and negotiate issues Provide HR legal advice and support to HR, People Relations, Payroll, Benefits and Ethics & Compliance Other HR legal related projects as needed Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctorate (J.D.) 3+ years’ law firm or in‑house experience with employment law focus New York State and/or New Jersey Bar admission or other State Bar admission with eligibility for New York State and/or New Jersey registration as in‑house counsel (as applicable) Experience managing internal and external relationships at all levels (e.g., attorneys, executives, administrative assistants, HR, and external agency / regulatory contacts) Preferred Qualifications Experience in traditional labor law and/or immigration law Experience in the Consumer Prepared Goods (CPG) industry Ability to influence clients and business partners by providing data‑driven and business‑oriented solutions Some experience using generative AI tools (e.g., Gemini, ChatGPT) and up to date with law governing AI Proficiency in legal research tools (e.g., NexisLexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law) Compensation and Benefits Salary Range $140,000.00 - $175,000.00 USD. Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit‑sharing, and long‑term incentives for Executive‑level roles. Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays. Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Our Commitment to Inclusion Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business. Equal Opportunity Employer Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable Accommodation Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation. Terms and Conditions For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here. #J-18808-Ljbffr