Associate Counsel, Litigation And Employment Law

Associate Counsel– Litigation & Employment Law (Remote)

At our company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking a dynamic Associate Counsel of Employment Law & Litigation to join a midsize, dedicated legal team servicing a broad range of matters. This position will report to and work closely with VP, Assistant General Counsel on commercial and Employment litigation matters, providing research and analysis and drafting correspondence related to the same.  This position will be responsible for tracking changes and developments in U.S. Employment Laws, communicating those changes and developments to key stakeholders, and working with those stakeholders to ensure the company’s policies and practices are compliant. This position will also be responsible for reviewing the company’s policies and practices regularly to identify areas for improvement.

Take this opportunity to join North America’s leading business solutions provider and build your career working with amazing people in a growing industry! Apply today!

What we offer:

• Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
• 401(k) with company match
• Training and Career Development
• Generous Paid Time-Off 

Responsibilities:

• Provide accurate, timely, and clear counsel to key stakeholders on a wide variety of Litigation and Employment Law issues.
• Track changes and developments in U.S. Employment Laws, communicating those changes and developments clearly and concisely to key stakeholders, and working with those stakeholders to ensure policies and practices are compliant.
• Review and audit business policies and practices regularly to identify areas of improvement.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with external parties (e.g., outside counsel, opposing counsel, government agencies, former employees, clients/customers, etc.) regarding legal matters, claims, policies/practices, and/or reporting obligations.
• Assist and support department attorneys with the following areas of legal practice:
• Employment Litigation Matters / Claims
• Business Litigation Matters / Claims
• International Legal Matters / Claims
• Governmental Reporting on Employment Law Matters (e.g., Equal Employment Opportunity Reports)
• Company Policies and Practices

Qualifications:

• (Required) Juris Doctorate Degree from an ABA accredited law school, excellent academic achievement
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
• 4 – 7 years of experience as a practicing attorney with basic understanding of Employment Law
• In-house experience is a plus
• Experience working with a remote workforce is a plus
• Excellent Written & Verbal Communication Skills
• Strong Prioritizing Skills
• Ability to Exercise Sound Judgement
• Flexible & adaptable, able to change & alter course according to changes in projects or business needs
• Ability to work Independently & prioritize with minimal supervision to meet deadlines
• Ability to work effectively with management
• Basic Computer Skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook, & web browsers
• Ability to Manage Large-scale, Complex Projects

 Job will remain posted until position is filled.