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Associate Legal Counsel | Deel Jobs

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Associate Legal Counsel | Deel Jobs

full-timePosted: Jan 21, 2026

Job Description

Associate Legal Counsel - Deel Careers

Location: Netherlands (Remote) | Department: G&A

Deel is revolutionizing the future of work, and as an Associate Legal Counsel in our G&A (Legal Counsel) team based in the Netherlands, you'll be at the heart of this transformation. With a $17.3 billion valuation and $1B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) achieved in just over five years, Deel is the fastest-growing SaaS company in history. We're not just a payroll and HR platform; we're the all-in-one solution powering global teams in 150+ countries, handling $11.2 billion in payments across nearly 100 currencies last year alone. Our 7,000-strong team spans over 100 countries, speaking 74 languages, fostering a dynamic, inclusive culture that drives innovation and continuous learning.

In this mid-level role, you'll draft and review employment and commercial agreements, provide timely advice on Dutch employment law, negotiate client contracts, and support compliance efforts. With your 2+ years as a Dutch attorney or in-house counsel, expertise in Dutch labour law (a master's is a plus), and experience in cross-border matters, you'll balance legal risks with business needs in our fast-paced environment. Fluency in English is essential, alongside stellar drafting, negotiation, and communication skills to collaborate across teams. You'll also review product developments, bringing your tech interest to a company that's CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, and Deloitte Fast 500 recognized.

Why choose Deel? This isn't just a job—it's a career accelerator. Tackle challenges impacting millions, gain expertise in global work transformation, and become a leader in the field. Enjoy full-time remote flexibility with optional WeWork access, stock grants tailored to your role and location, and country-specific perks that prioritize inclusivity. We're an equal-opportunity employer valuing diversity, offering accommodations, and committed to a workplace reflecting varied backgrounds and perspectives.

Join a team that's breaking borders, enabling diverse global economies, and earning 4.83/5 ratings from 15,000+ reviews. At Deel, your work scales smarter, faster, and more compliantly, unlocking opportunities for every person, team, and business. If you're ready to contribute to the infrastructure of tomorrow's workforce while advancing your legal career in a high-growth tech powerhouse, apply today and be part of our success story.

Role Description

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.

Responsibilities

  • Drafting and reviewing employment and commercial matters.

  • Assisting in providing accurate, relevant, and timely advice on legal (employment) topics.

  • Assisting with the review and negotiation of client and commercial agreements, and supporting internal employment compliance efforts.

  • Handling and assisting with a variety of other legal (employment) issues and projects as they arise.

Desired skills and competencies

  • 2+ years of experience as a Dutch attorney or inhouse Legal Counsel, advising corporate clients in the Netherlands.

  • Strong expertise in Dutch employment law. Dutch labour law master is a plus.

  • Experience advising on cross-border employment.

  • Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business advice.

  • Ability to balance legal risk with business priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

  • Fluency in English required.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams at all organizational levels.

  • Prior experience in a global or multi-jurisdictional organization is a plus.

  • High ethical standards and sound judgment in handling sensitive and confidential matters.

  • Reviewing and assisting with product-led developments in Deel's offerings. Interest in working for a tech company is a must.

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 recruiting@deel.com.

We use Covey as part of our hiring and/or promotional processes. As part of the evaluation process, we provide Covey with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. For positions in New York City, our use of Covey complies with NYC Local Law 144.

We began using Covey Scout for Inbound on March 30, 2025.

For more information about our data protection practices, please visit our Privacy Policy. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Covey here: https://getcovey.com/nyc-local-law-144

Key Responsibilities

  • Drafting and reviewing employment and commercial matters
  • Assisting in providing accurate, relevant, and timely advice on legal (employment) topics
  • Assisting with the review and negotiation of client and commercial agreements
  • Supporting internal employment compliance efforts
  • Handling and assisting with a variety of other legal (employment) issues and projects as they arise
  • Reviewing and assisting with product-led developments in Deel's offerings

Basic Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience as a Dutch attorney or inhouse Legal Counsel, advising corporate clients in the Netherlands
  • Prior experience in a global or multi-jurisdictional organization is a plus
  • Interest in working for a tech company is a must

Required Skills

Strong expertise in Dutch employment law, Dutch labour law master is a plus, Experience advising on cross-border employment, Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business advice, Ability to balance legal risk with business priorities, Fluency in English, Strong communication and interpersonal skills, High ethical standards and sound judgment

Benefits & Perks

  • 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

Locations

  • Netherlands (Remote)

Salary

Salary details available upon request

Estimated Salary Rangemedium confidence

75,000 - 110,000 EUR / yearly

Source: ai estimated

* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.

Skills Required

  • Strong expertise in Dutch employment lawintermediate
  • Dutch labour law master is a plusintermediate
  • Experience advising on cross-border employmentintermediate
  • Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skillsintermediate
  • Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business adviceintermediate
  • Ability to balance legal risk with business prioritiesintermediate
  • Fluency in Englishintermediate
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skillsintermediate
  • High ethical standards and sound judgmentintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience as a Dutch attorney or inhouse Legal Counsel, advising corporate clients in the Netherlands (experience)
  • Prior experience in a global or multi-jurisdictional organization is a plus (experience)
  • Interest in working for a tech company is a must (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Drafting and reviewing employment and commercial matters
  • Assisting in providing accurate, relevant, and timely advice on legal (employment) topics
  • Assisting with the review and negotiation of client and commercial agreements
  • Supporting internal employment compliance efforts
  • Handling and assisting with a variety of other legal (employment) issues and projects as they arise
  • Reviewing and assisting with product-led developments in Deel's offerings

Benefits

  • general: Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
  • general: Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
  • general: The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

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Associate Legal Counsel | Deel Jobs

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Associate Legal Counsel | Deel Jobs

full-timePosted: Jan 21, 2026

Job Description

Associate Legal Counsel - Deel Careers

Location: Netherlands (Remote) | Department: G&A

Deel is revolutionizing the future of work, and as an Associate Legal Counsel in our G&A (Legal Counsel) team based in the Netherlands, you'll be at the heart of this transformation. With a $17.3 billion valuation and $1B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) achieved in just over five years, Deel is the fastest-growing SaaS company in history. We're not just a payroll and HR platform; we're the all-in-one solution powering global teams in 150+ countries, handling $11.2 billion in payments across nearly 100 currencies last year alone. Our 7,000-strong team spans over 100 countries, speaking 74 languages, fostering a dynamic, inclusive culture that drives innovation and continuous learning.

In this mid-level role, you'll draft and review employment and commercial agreements, provide timely advice on Dutch employment law, negotiate client contracts, and support compliance efforts. With your 2+ years as a Dutch attorney or in-house counsel, expertise in Dutch labour law (a master's is a plus), and experience in cross-border matters, you'll balance legal risks with business needs in our fast-paced environment. Fluency in English is essential, alongside stellar drafting, negotiation, and communication skills to collaborate across teams. You'll also review product developments, bringing your tech interest to a company that's CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, and Deloitte Fast 500 recognized.

Why choose Deel? This isn't just a job—it's a career accelerator. Tackle challenges impacting millions, gain expertise in global work transformation, and become a leader in the field. Enjoy full-time remote flexibility with optional WeWork access, stock grants tailored to your role and location, and country-specific perks that prioritize inclusivity. We're an equal-opportunity employer valuing diversity, offering accommodations, and committed to a workplace reflecting varied backgrounds and perspectives.

Join a team that's breaking borders, enabling diverse global economies, and earning 4.83/5 ratings from 15,000+ reviews. At Deel, your work scales smarter, faster, and more compliantly, unlocking opportunities for every person, team, and business. If you're ready to contribute to the infrastructure of tomorrow's workforce while advancing your legal career in a high-growth tech powerhouse, apply today and be part of our success story.

Role Description

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.

Responsibilities

  • Drafting and reviewing employment and commercial matters.

  • Assisting in providing accurate, relevant, and timely advice on legal (employment) topics.

  • Assisting with the review and negotiation of client and commercial agreements, and supporting internal employment compliance efforts.

  • Handling and assisting with a variety of other legal (employment) issues and projects as they arise.

Desired skills and competencies

  • 2+ years of experience as a Dutch attorney or inhouse Legal Counsel, advising corporate clients in the Netherlands.

  • Strong expertise in Dutch employment law. Dutch labour law master is a plus.

  • Experience advising on cross-border employment.

  • Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business advice.

  • Ability to balance legal risk with business priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

  • Fluency in English required.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams at all organizational levels.

  • Prior experience in a global or multi-jurisdictional organization is a plus.

  • High ethical standards and sound judgment in handling sensitive and confidential matters.

  • Reviewing and assisting with product-led developments in Deel's offerings. Interest in working for a tech company is a must.

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 recruiting@deel.com.

We use Covey as part of our hiring and/or promotional processes. As part of the evaluation process, we provide Covey with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. For positions in New York City, our use of Covey complies with NYC Local Law 144.

We began using Covey Scout for Inbound on March 30, 2025.

For more information about our data protection practices, please visit our Privacy Policy. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Covey here: https://getcovey.com/nyc-local-law-144

Key Responsibilities

  • Drafting and reviewing employment and commercial matters
  • Assisting in providing accurate, relevant, and timely advice on legal (employment) topics
  • Assisting with the review and negotiation of client and commercial agreements
  • Supporting internal employment compliance efforts
  • Handling and assisting with a variety of other legal (employment) issues and projects as they arise
  • Reviewing and assisting with product-led developments in Deel's offerings

Basic Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience as a Dutch attorney or inhouse Legal Counsel, advising corporate clients in the Netherlands
  • Prior experience in a global or multi-jurisdictional organization is a plus
  • Interest in working for a tech company is a must

Required Skills

Strong expertise in Dutch employment law, Dutch labour law master is a plus, Experience advising on cross-border employment, Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business advice, Ability to balance legal risk with business priorities, Fluency in English, Strong communication and interpersonal skills, High ethical standards and sound judgment

Benefits & Perks

  • 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

Locations

  • Netherlands (Remote)

Salary

Salary details available upon request

Estimated Salary Rangemedium confidence

75,000 - 110,000 EUR / yearly

Source: ai estimated

* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.

Skills Required

  • Strong expertise in Dutch employment lawintermediate
  • Dutch labour law master is a plusintermediate
  • Experience advising on cross-border employmentintermediate
  • Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and analytical skillsintermediate
  • Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business adviceintermediate
  • Ability to balance legal risk with business prioritiesintermediate
  • Fluency in Englishintermediate
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skillsintermediate
  • High ethical standards and sound judgmentintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience as a Dutch attorney or inhouse Legal Counsel, advising corporate clients in the Netherlands (experience)
  • Prior experience in a global or multi-jurisdictional organization is a plus (experience)
  • Interest in working for a tech company is a must (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Drafting and reviewing employment and commercial matters
  • Assisting in providing accurate, relevant, and timely advice on legal (employment) topics
  • Assisting with the review and negotiation of client and commercial agreements
  • Supporting internal employment compliance efforts
  • Handling and assisting with a variety of other legal (employment) issues and projects as they arise
  • Reviewing and assisting with product-led developments in Deel's offerings

Benefits

  • general: Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
  • general: Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
  • general: The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

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Associate Legal CounselDutch employment lawLegal Counsel NetherlandsDeel jobsremote legal jobsglobal HR platformSaaS legal counselcross-border employmentG&ALegal CounselDeelRemoteHR TechG&A

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