Corporate Counsel - Labor and Employment Duties: Develop the position of the employment law function within area of support as a strategic adviser, building engagement with the People team and business partners. Provide advice and counsel on a broad spectrum of employment law issues, including, leaves of absence, accommodations, workplace policies, recruiting, employee relations, performance management, and global compensation and benefits. Partner with People and Legal teams to analyze, diagnose, design, and revise HR programs, policies, and practices to implement scalable practices at a fast-growing company. Maintain working knowledge of company policies, as well as federal, state and local legislation, laws, and regulations. Proactively identify arising risk areas and work with the business to develop risk mitigation solutions. Investigate and respond to claims, demand letters, administrative complaints, audits, and other employment-related inquiries as needed. Support pre-litigation disputes with attorneys representing current and former employees to reach resolutions favorable to company. Partner with HR and outside counsel to gather information and develop s strategic legal position. Assist in developing and conducting training and education programs for employees, managers, and the People team. Stay up to date and effectively communicate new legal developments and help ensure ongoing compliance. Provide support for various projects and matters as assigned by the Chief Labor and Employment Counsel.
Qualifications: Must have a JD Degree from an ABA-approved law school and be a licensed active bar member in good standing in at least 1 state. 5+ years of labor and employment experience. In-house experience as an employment lawyer at a technology or automotive company, preferred. Experience managing and completing complex projects. Excellent knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations (including ADA, ADEA, FMLA, CFRA, FEHA, FLSA, IWC Wage Orders, etc.). Experience providing advice and counsel to management and Human Resource professionals on a broad range of employment issues, including recruiting; hiring; discipline and terminations; leaves of absence; wage and hour compliance; EEO compliance; restrictive covenants; and contingent worker issues. Experience managing outside counsel on employment litigation matters. Experience supporting HR and business executives regarding employee handbooks, policies and procedures, internal trainings, offer letters, termination agreements, bonuses, and other compensation matters. Outstanding written and oral communication skills. Strong client relations skills. A commitment to teamwork, collaboration and professionalism.
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