Corporate Counsel (Employment & Litigation)
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JobgetherLegal
Based in the United StatesFull-TimeMiddle
Salary$129,000–$145,000 annually
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Job Details
- Experience
- At least 2 years of experience
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited institution and admission to a state bar in good standing.
- At least 2 years of experience at a major law firm or in a corporate legal department.
- At least 2 years of experience advising on human resources and employment-law matters under applicable federal and state laws.
- Experience handling employment claims or litigation, including administrative proceedings and employment-related arbitration before forums such as AAA or JAMS.
- Experience researching new and existing regulations and translating legal requirements into practical operational guidance.
- Some experience with general commercial litigation and disputes.
- Experience reviewing, drafting, and revising commercial contracts outside the employment-law context.
- Experience counseling clients on whistleblower claims and managing related investigations and reporting requirements is valuable.
- Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to clearly communicate complex facts, legal issues, risks, and recommendations.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple matters and shifting priorities.
- Independent, proactive approach with strong judgment and the ability to develop solutions.
- Collaborative mindset and comfort working across different functions and levels of seniority.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary legal advisor to the People team on employment-law matters, including HR policies, processes, employee issues, and potential employment claims.
- Monitor and analyze federal and state employment laws and regulations, advising stakeholders on compliance requirements and operational changes.
- Lead the legal response to potential, threatened, and active employment claims and litigation, including risk assessments, settlement strategies, administrative matters, and arbitration.
- Provide day-to-day legal guidance on broader commercial disputes and litigation involving the organization, including contractual disputes with service providers.
- Partner with senior legal counsel to assess litigation exposure, develop resolution strategies, and prepare recommendations for potential settlements.
- Support Procurement by reviewing, negotiating, and advising on contracts with service providers and other commercial counterparties.
- Research relevant laws, regulations, agreements, and other legal instruments and prepare clear written analyses and recommendations for senior legal leadership.
- Advise on and lead investigations involving whistleblower matters, including applicable reporting and response requirements.
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