Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment

Overview

An organization is seeking an Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment based in the United States. This role involves providing strategic legal support for a large, multi-jurisdictional organization operating across the United States and Canada. The position offers significant autonomy, meaningful business exposure, and the opportunity to contribute to key organizational initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on a broad range of U.S. federal, state, and Canadian labor and employment laws, including employee relations, discrimination, workplace accommodations, wage and hour matters, leave regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Manage employment-related litigation, administrative claims, government investigations, and regulatory proceedings, coordinating with external legal counsel as needed.
• Review, develop, and update employment policies, procedures, and legal documentation to ensure compliance with evolving legislation and regulatory standards.
• Partner closely with Human Resources and business leaders to identify legal risks, support employee relations matters, and develop practical, business-focused legal solutions.
• Monitor legislative developments, assess their business impact, and provide timely recommendations to leadership.
• Oversee litigation reporting, budgeting, legal tracking processes, and support paralegal activities related to labor and employment matters.
• Contribute to strategic projects and cross-functional initiatives requiring labor and employment legal expertise while promoting strong governance and risk management practices.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with membership in good standing.
• 5–10 years of labor and employment law experience, ideally combining private practice and in-house legal experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, ADEA, Title VII, EEOC regulations, OFCCP requirements, and related federal and state employment legislation.
• Familiarity with Canadian federal and provincial employment laws, including ESA, HRA, and AODA.
• Demonstrated experience managing employment litigation, administrative proceedings, and regulatory investigations.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while collaborating effectively with internal stakeholders and external legal partners.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (approximately 5–33%).

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary ranging from $125,000 to $175,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching and immediate vesting.
• Paid time off and family leave benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to online learning resources, virtual training, and classroom-based career development programs.
• Supportive environment focused on employee well-being, career growth, and work-life balance.

Location

• United States (multi-jurisdictional focus including Canada)

This position requires an active U.S. law license and involves occasional travel within the U.S. and Canada.