Associate Legal Counsel | Italy

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.

• • 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 an Italian attorney or inhouse Legal Counsel, advising corporate clients in Italy.

  • Strong expertise in Italian employment law. Italian 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.

When applying to this role, please include an English version of your resume

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