Overview
An organization is seeking an in-house attorney with expertise in labor and employment law to provide legal advice and support on employment-related issues and disputes.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and practical legal advice to HR and business leaders on a wide range of employment law matters, including hiring, background checks, disability accommodations, leaves of absence, compensation, performance management, disciplinary actions, terminations, workforce reductions, investigations, policies, training, outsourcing, and contractor engagement.
- Deliver legal updates, guidance, and training on applicable federal and state regulations and statutes.
- Monitor developments in federal and state labor and employment laws and maintain current knowledge.
- Draft and review employment agreements, separation agreements, notices, policies, and other employment-related documents.
- Oversee employment-related certifications required by clients and government agencies.
- Manage employment disputes and litigation, including evaluating liability exposure, developing strategies, overseeing outside counsel, coordinating witness interviews and document production, and attending depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials as necessary.
- Perform other related duties as needed.
Requirements
- Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
- Active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in employment law counseling and litigation.
- Prior experience as in-house counsel is preferred.
- Expertise in U.S. federal and state employment laws and regulations.
- Experience with India employment laws and regulations is a plus.
- Ability to collaborate and provide proactive, practical legal guidance.
- Experience handling administrative charges and/or employment litigation matters.
- Strong legal analysis and research skills.
- Ability to anticipate and assess potential legal risks.
- Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to multitask.
- Clear and concise oral and written communication skills.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $129,200.00 - $184,500.00 per year, with base pay varying based on geographic region, internal equity, knowledge, skills, and experience.
- Eligible for a flexible vacation policy.
- 401(k) employer match.
- Comprehensive health benefits.
- Educational assistance.
- Opportunities for leadership and technical development.
Location
- This is a 100% remote position within the United States.
- Travel up to 15% annually may be required.
Additional Information
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis for pipelining purposes.
- The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.