Senior Corporate Counsel

About Zscaler

Zscaler accelerates digital transformation so our customers can be more agile, efficient, resilient, and secure. Our cloud native Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location.

Here, impact in your role matters more than title and trust is built on results. We believe in transparency and value constructive, honest debate—we're focused on getting to the best ideas, faster. We build high-performing teams that can make an impact quickly and with high quality. To do this, we are building a culture of execution centered on customer obsession, collaboration, ownership and accountability. 

We value high-impact, high-accountability with a sense of urgency where you're enabled to do your best work and embrace your potential. If you're driven by purpose, thrive on solving complex challenges and want to make a positive difference on a global scale, we invite you to bring your talents to Zscaler and help shape the future of cybersecurity.

Our General and Administrative teams help to support and scale our great company. Whether striving to grow our workforce, nurture an amazing culture and work environment, support our financial and legal operations, or maintain our global infrastructure, the G&A team provides a strong foundation for growth. Put your passion, drive and expertise to work with the world's cloud security leader.

We're looking for a talented, highly motivated, and business-oriented Senior Corporate Counsel (India/APJ) to join our Legal team in India. This role provides legal advice and support across Zscaler's APJ operations, including Japan, Singapore, and Australia. Reporting to the VP, Associate General Counsel - Employment (based in San Jose, US), you'll be responsible for:

• Supporting all India and APJ employment legal matters, while assisting with global employment legal priorities and initiatives from headquarters
• Partnering with People & Culture and business leaders to provide legal advice on labor and employment matters in India and APJ, and supporting Employee Relations on complaints and investigations
• Advising Zscaler's People & Culture team on employment law compliance in India and APJ, addressing areas such as hiring, compensation, benefits, mobility, performance management, terminations, training, and investigations
• Working independently to identify gaps in employment law and compliance, advising on corrective actions, driving policy development, and updating compliance plans with the People & Culture team based on evolving laws
• Drafting and reviewing employment policies, supporting People & Culture and Employee Relations through guidance and documentation, and managing disputes, litigation, and regulatory proceedings with the assistance of outside counsel

What We're Looking for (Minimum Qualifications)

• Law degree and licensed to practice law in India or a common law jurisdiction
• 5+ years post-qualified employment law experience gained in private practice and in-house
• At least 2 years of experience in an in-house role

What Will Make You Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience with large multinational employers with concentrations of employees in India, Australia, Japan, and Singapore
• Flexible, highly organized, and team-oriented, with a "can do" attitude and ability to collaborate in fast-paced environments
• Ability to work with senior management on complex issues & applying business judgment to legal issues to accurately determine risk

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At Zscaler, we are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and the customers we work with. We foster an inclusive environment that values all backgrounds and perspectives, emphasizing collaboration and belonging. Join us in our mission to make doing business seamless and secure.

Our Benefits program is one of the most important ways we support our employees. Zscaler proudly offers comprehensive and inclusive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families throughout their life stages, including:

• Various health plans
• Time off plans for vacation and sick time
• Parental leave options
• Retirement options
• Education reimbursement
• In-office perks, and more

Learn more about Zscaler's Future of Work strategy, hybrid working model, and benefits here.

By applying for this role, you adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and Zscaler policies, including those related to security and privacy standards and guidelines.

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