Senior Counsel - Labor & Employment

Reference: R-2561317Posted: 2026-07-06Location: BENTONVILLE, AR, United StatesSalary: $130000 - $260000/yearType: Full time / Regular/PermanentCompany: WalmartBusiness Segment: Home OfficePosition Summary...As Senior Counsel at Walmart, you will provide strategic legal guidance by analyzing business objectives and regulatory requirements to support informed decision-making. This role involves managing risk mitigation, overseeing compliance, and directing legal strategies across various business functions. You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to assess pertinent employment impacting legislation, and develop, maintain and directly advise on relevant employment law policies. The position requires a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improvement while fostering ethical standards and ensuring alignment with corporate goals to support sustainable business growth and operational excellence.About the team:Our legal team plays a pivotal role in supporting Walmart Inc.'s people strategy by providing expert counsel on the gamut of employment law matters. We collaborate closely with corporate HR and cross-functional partners to address complex regulatory challenges, shape policies, and mitigate risks. Our work spans wage and hour compliance, benefits design, payroll operations, and global talent initiatives. Beyond HR, we advise various enterprise teams, delivering strategic insights that influence critical projects and business outcomes. Operating at the intersection of law and business, the team offers forward-looking legal guidance that supports transformative programs and drives organizational success.What you'll do...Oversee legal support for developing, maintaining and directly advising and counseling the company on pertinent employment law and related policies, ensuring alignment with company standards.Provide strategic legal counsel by analyzing business objectives and advising on legal strategy, risks, compliance, and regulatory matters.Manage relationships with internal clients and external counsel to address legal issues and mitigate risks effectively.Monitor legislative and regulatory developments, representing the company before governmental and judicial bodies.Promote ethical standards and compliance, fostering a culture of integrity and accountability across teams.Lead continuous improvement initiatives by integrating legal insights into business decision-making and operational excellence.What you'll bring:Extensive experience providing legal advice and counsel on complex business matters.Proven ability to develop and implement legal strategies aligned with organizational goals.Strong expertise in regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and policy analysis.Demonstrated skill in managing legal support for business transactions and projects.Proficiency in legal research, analysis, and evaluation of legislative and regulatory developments.Ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external counsel.Commitment to upholding high standards of integrity, ethics, and compliance.Excellent communication and leadership skills to influence and guide business decisions.At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see . Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart. The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $260,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stockㅤㅤㅤㅤ‎ Minimum Qualifications...Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications. Law degree from an accredited law school and 5 years’ experience in law.License to practice law in at least one state.Preferred Qualifications...Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.Leading cross-functional teamsPrimary Location...702 Sw 8Th St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.SummaryAs Senior Counsel at Walmart, you will provide strategic legal guidance by analyzing business objectives and regulatory requirements to support informed decision-making. This role involves managing risk mitigation, overseeing compliance, and directing legal strategies across various business functions. You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to assess pertinent employment impacting legislation, and develop, maintain and directly advise on relevant employment law policies. The position requires a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improvement while fostering ethical standards and ensuring alignment with corporate goals to support sustainable business growth and operational excellence. About the team: Our legal team plays a pivotal role in supporting Walmart Inc.'s people strategy by providing expert counsel on the gamut of employment law matters. We collaborate closely with corporate HR and cross-functional partners to address complex regulatory challenges, shape policies, and mitigate risks. Our work spans wage and hour compliance, benefits design, payroll operations, and global talent initiatives. Beyond HR, we advise various enterprise teams, delivering strategic insights that influence critical projects and business outcomes. Operating at the intersection of law and business, the team offers forward-looking legal guidance that supports transformative programs and drives organizational success.Preferred qualifications[]