Corporate Counsel - Labor & Employment

Job Title: Corporate Counsel - Labor & Employment

Company: Aisin Holdings of America, Inc. ("AHA")

Department: Legal

Location: Northville, MI (Hybrid)

Scope

The Corporate Counsel - Labor & Employment ("Counsel") is an essential part of the legal department and will partner with and regularly advise human resources and management regarding all aspects of employment law issues including: hiring, termination, discipline, promotion, employee appraisal and development, organizational planning and employment policies/procedures. Counsel will also supervise and manage employment litigation, state and federal administrative charges, demand letters and other matters involving disputes between the Company and its employees. Counsel will also assist the Senior Counsel - Compliance with managing the Company's compliance hotline and overseeing investigations. Counsel will also be responsible for conducting company-wide training on a wide variety of employment law issues as needed. Counsel would be responsible for all Company entities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. This position will be based out of Northville, MI and reports directly to the General Counsel of Aisin Holdings of America, Inc.

Position Responsibilities

• Advise human resources, general administration and senior management on all aspects of state and federal labor and employment law issues including hiring, discipline, terminations, pay and benefits across Aisin's affiliates and subsidiaries.
• Advise human resources and senior management on labor issues and labor negotiations
• Manage and oversee the Company's employee handbooks in conjunction with the human resources department and advise on annual updates in light of legal developments.
• Develop and draft employment related policies/procedures in collaboration with human resources team members and review company policies/procedures to ensure compliance with FMLA, ADA, FLSA, OSHA, ERISA, state Worker's Compensation and Employment discrimination laws, and relevant international equivalent laws.
• Assist with the preparation of employment related form documents such applications, offer letters, performance evaluations and other standardized employment documents.
• Provide company-wide or focused legal training and assist with development of training materials for team members.
• Conduct internal investigations as needed in conjunction with human resources and the Senior Counsel - Compliance and report to the same on status and updates of investigations.
• Oversee and manage the defense and negotiation of all employment related disputes, claims and litigation.
• Manage and oversee all employment related litigation, arbitration and mediation and report out on those matters regularly to the General Counsel.
• Collaborate with, oversee and manage outside counsel in Canada, Mexico and the United States in relation to ongoing employment law related disputes and matters.
• Coordinate with the company's insurance broker regarding EPL coverage and deductibles for all claims.
• Respond to any governmental requests related to employment and labor matters.
• Research and stay up to date regarding developments in relevant labor and employment laws that affect Aisin's team members and business and update senior management team members regarding developing trends and/or changes to law.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Five (5) - ten (10) years of verifiable employment law experience in a law firm or in-house legal department or both; prior human resources department experience is a plus; candidate should be able to handle most aspects of federal law claims without assistance from outside counsel;
• Prior experience with litigation management required;
• Patient, down-to-earth and client-focused approach to providing legal advice and counsel;
• Ability to think creatively, to supervise multiple and complex matters, and to work effectively with clients, peers, and other parties; MUST BE A TEAM PLAYER!
• Ability to expeditiously identify and assess employment law issues and provide legally sound recommendations consistent with good business practices and reason;
• Outstanding analytical, writing, and oral presentation skills.

Beneficial Skills and Experience

• Team Player
• Client Focus
• Managing Multiple Priorities
• Organization and Project Management

Education/Training/Certifications

• Excellent academic record with a law degree (JD) from an ABA accredited law school; admission to the bar of any state and currently in good standing.
• SHRM certification a plus

Work Environment Requirements

• Sedentary work environment.
• Light work.
• Occasional lifting of between 15lbs - 30lbs.
• Must be able to operate a personal computer, telephone and other office equipment.
• Must perform job duties onsite.
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment where constructive criticism is encouraged.
• Must be able to work on multiple assignments at once, and complete assignments within deadline and budget (if applicable) with satisfactory quality.
• Must be able to operate as an effective team member.

Attendance/Work Hour Requirements

• Position will be remote hybrid (50/50) with office attendance required for meetings and travel.
• Must maintain an acceptable attendance record.
• Must be willing and available to work such weekends and holidays as necessary and desirable to meet occasional extraordinary business needs.

Travel Requirements

• Approximately 15% - 25%
• Must be willing and available to travel to such locations and with such frequency as is necessary and desirable to meet business needs.
• Occasional Domestic trips to CA, KY, TN, IN, IL, TX
• Occasional International trips to Canada and Mexico
• Passport required

Bonus Overview

An incentive pay program offers payouts based on individual performance, job level, and company performance.

Benefit Overview

Aisin World Corp. of America offers a variety of health and wellbeing benefit programs. Benefit options include Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, tuition assistance programs, employee assistance program, vehicle discounts and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The policy of Aisin is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal law. Additionally, Aisin is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search, email us at jobs@aisinworld.com or call us at (734)-453-5551. Please provide a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title of the position for which you are applying.

Diversity Statement

AISIN is committed to workforce diversity, creating equity and advancing a culture of inclusion in which every team member is treated fairly and with respect. Our inclusive work environment brings together a variety of backgrounds, skills, education and perspectives. Attracting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce requires that everyone have an equal opportunity to participate, contribute, and advance.