Senior Counsel, Employment Law

CBRE Group Inc

CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Attorney, Commercial Real Estate, Compensation Management, Employee Relations, Employment Contracts, Employment Law, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Facilities Management, Fortune 500 Customers, Industrial Relations, Interpersonal Skills, Interviewing Skills, Investment Management, Leadership, Leasing, Legal, Loan Origination, Management Consulting, Negotiation Skills, Performance Management, Persuasion Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Property Management, Real Estate, Risk Analysis, Sales, Staff Policies, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Workplace Issues
LOCATION
CA
POSTED
8 days ago

Senior Counsel, Employment Law

Job ID

281098

Posted

29-Jun-2026

Service line

Corporate Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Legal

Location(s)

Remote - US - Remote - US - United States of America

About the Role:

CBRE is seeking an employment law attorney with broad employment and labor experience to join its Legal team as Senior Counsel. The position is a remote role and will report to the Global Head of Labor and Employment.

What You'll Do:

  • Advise people business partners, managers and executives on a full range of employment and labor law issues including recruitment, leave and accommodation, performance management, separations, compliance, employment contracts and compensation.
  • Draft and review employment related documents including offer letters, employment agreements, compensation agreements, non-competition agreements, and severance agreements.
  • Draft and review employment related policies and procedures.
  • Support internal compliance investigations related to employment practices, policy violations and employee relations issues.
  • Manage prelitigation disputes including settlement demands, EEOC charges, administrative claims and labor grievances.
  • Monitor new legislation and regulatory changes impacting employment and labor laws.
  • Conduct training for people business partners and managers on various employment related issues.
  • Identify and assess legal risks and opportunities within the labor and employment areas and advise accordingly.
  • Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned.

What You'll Need:

To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • J.D. from ABA accredited U.S. law school.
  • Member of applicable State Bar in good standing.
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant private practice and/or in-house experience.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and executive presence.
  • Ability to work with and manage different leadership styles.
  • Ability to comprehend, analyze and interpret complex business documents.
  • Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, clients and/or public groups.
  • Excellent analytical, negotiation, communication, problem-solving, and drafting skills.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, experience, and location. The minimum salary for the Senior Counsel, Employment Law position is $190,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Senior Counsel, Employment Law position is $220,000 annually. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE's applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

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About the Company

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CBRE Group Inc

CBRE Group, Inc., a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Los Angeles, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (in terms of 2014 revenue). The Company has more than 70,000 employees (excluding affiliates), and serves real estate owners, investors and occupiers through more than 400 offices (excluding affiliates) worldwide. CBRE offers strategic advice and execution for property sales and leasing; corporate services; property, facilities and project management; mortgage banking; appraisal and valuation; development services; investment management; and research and consulting.

As an employee at CBRE, you have the freedom to make your own path. Your career is in your own hands; there’s no need to wait to be shown the way. "It’s about how well you perform, not just how long you’ve worked here and you're encouraged to take intelligent risks and explore new ideas and innovations. Our scale gives you mobility and a broader choice of opportunities. You'll always have a team behind you.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Real Estate/Property Management
FOUNDED
1906
WEBSITE
http://www.cbre.com/