HP
Spring, Texas, United States of America
Vice President, Legal - Total Rewards and Employment
Overview
HP’s Legal organization oversees all legal matters worldwide, including government relations, brand security, intellectual property, ethics and compliance, and regional legal support. Operating across a globally distributed workforce, the team brings together attorneys and non-attorneys in a highly collaborative environment grounded in integrity, inclusion, and forward-thinking problem solving.
We are committed to fostering broad perspectives, driving innovation, and developing best-in-class talent in service of the business.
Role Summary
HP is seeking a Vice President,
Legal -
Total Rewards &
Employment
to lead
legal oversight across the full spectrum of employment, compensation, benefits, and equity matters for approximately 50,000 employees in over 170 countries.
This is a critical
Legal
leadership role
that will
shape
and drive HP’s
legal strategy in a highly complex and evolving regulatory environment while enabling the company’s talent and business objectives.
The role partners closely with HR, Total Rewards, Finance, and executive leadership to drive consistent, compliant, and competitive workforce practices globally. This leader is accountable for identifying and mitigating legal, financial, and reputational risks while supporting scalable, forward-looking compensation and benefits strategies.
Key Responsibilities
Enterprise Leadership & Strategy
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives, aligning legal strategy with business and talent priorities
Lead a global legal function spanning employment, labor, compensation, benefits, and equity
Set direction and governance for workforce-related legal risk across all regions
Compensation, Benefits & Equity Legal
Lead legal strategy for executive compensation, incentive plans, and global equity programs
Advise on the structure and governance of benefits and total rewards programs, including retirement, health, and mobility
Ensure compliance with securities, tax, and employment regulations impacting compensation and equity programs
Guide pay equity, incentive design, and deferred compensation frameworks
Employment & Labor Advisory
Provide legal guidance across the full employee lifecycle, including hiring, performance management, and separations
Navigate complex international labor frameworks, including works councils and union environments
Integrate compensation and benefits considerations into employment-related decisions
Risk Management & External Matters
Anticipate and mitigate legal, financial, and reputational risks across workforce and rewards practices
Oversee government inquiries, claims, and disputes related to employment, pay practices, and benefits
Align with litigation strategy on employment and compensation-related matters
Business Partnership
Partner with HR, Total Rewards, and Finance on workforce and compensation strategy
Support diligence and integration of employment and rewards programs associated with M&A activity
Partner with the Ethics and Compliance Office on sensitive internal reviews involving workplace conduct and compensation-related issues
Team & Operational Leadership
Build and lead a high-performing global team
Manage external counsel and optimize delivery of legal services
Establish frameworks, guidance, and training to address evolving regulatory requirements
Qualifications
JD from an accredited university with strong academic credentials
Active bar membership in good standing
12+ years of combined law firm and in-house experience with significant leadership scope
Demonstrated experience advising on global employment law, executive compensation, benefits, and equity programs
Knowledge & Skills
Deep expertise in global employment law and labor frameworks
Strong command of compensation, benefits, and equity legal structures, including regulatory and governance considerations
Demonstrated success navigating complexity and ambiguity in global environments
Executive presence with a track record of influencing senior stakeholders and driving outcomes
Excellent business judgment with an enterprise risk lens
Ability to synthesize complex issues into clear, actionable guidance
Experience building alignment across Legal, HR, Finance, and business leaders
Track record of developing and leading high-performing teams
High degree of adaptability, resilience, and strategic thinking
The pay range for this role is $230,000 to $330,000 USD annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to United States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Benefits: HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:
The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Legal
Full time
No shift premium (United States of America)
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