Associate General Counsel, Labor & Employment

Overview

This role offers a remote opportunity with a salary range of $156,400 to $225,000 per year, plus eligibility for bonuses. The position includes competitive benefits such as health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, and an employee assistance program.

The organization is seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel specializing in Labor & Employment to provide practical and timely legal advice on employment and labor matters across the U.S. and internationally. This position involves protecting the organization, guiding leadership through complex decisions, and fostering a positive workplace environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and human resources on labor and employment issues.
• Influence company-wide policies to ensure legal compliance, meet business objectives, and reduce labor risks.
• Handle high-stakes matters including employee relations, NLRB proceedings, arbitrations, and negotiations across the U.S. and internationally.
• Collaborate with various departments to develop and deliver training that enhances employment practices.
• Advise on day-to-day employee relations and develop business-focused solutions.
• Monitor labor and employment law developments and recommend necessary changes.
• Provide legal representation and guidance for administrative charges, audits, investigations, grievances, litigation, and other adversarial matters.
• Draft employment policies, agreements, and respond to subpoenas.
• Build strong relationships with human resources professionals and senior leadership.
• Manage relationships with outside counsel in a cost-effective manner.
• Recommend and deliver actionable KPIs and business metrics to drive results.
• Foster a team environment that encourages empowerment, continuous improvement, and innovation.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Membership in good standing with the Virginia Bar or membership in another U.S. jurisdiction with eligibility for waiver into Virginia.
• Minimum of 5 years of substantial labor and employment law experience advising on HR-related issues.
• Strong knowledge of federal employment laws including FLSA, FMLA, and ADA.
• Experience working in a heavily unionized environment.
• Experience drafting employment policies and delivering employment law training.
• Ability to clearly explain complex legal issues to non-lawyers.
• Ability to travel up to 20% within the U.S. and Canada, including overnight stays.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and required airport security clearances (e.g., TSA, FAA, Transport Canada).

Preferred Qualifications

• In-house counsel experience.
• Knowledge of ERISA and employee benefits.
• Experience supporting clients outside the U.S.
• Experience in the food, beverage, or hospitality industry.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $156,400 - $225,000 per year plus bonus eligibility.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Employee assistance program.

Location

• Remote position.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Ability to travel up to 20% within the U.S. and Canada.

This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Chief Legal Officer.

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process as required by law.