Corporate Counsel – Employment and Litigation

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Provide daily legal assistance on labor and employment issues, such as terminations, leave and accommodation matters, discrimination and harassment claims, wage and hour inquiries, and workplace investigations.

• Assist in managing employment-related litigation and administrative processes, which include EEOC/state agency charges, arbitrations, and court proceedings.

• Collaborate with external counsel on employment litigation and proceedings.

• Support commercial litigation cases, encompassing contract disputes, vendor disagreements, and other business-related litigation.

• Aid in internal investigations by collecting facts, interviewing witnesses, and formulating suitable resolutions.

• Draft and review demand letters, litigation holds, position statements, and pertinent correspondence.

• Work alongside HR, compliance, and business stakeholders to proactively identify and reduce legal and litigation risks.

• Manage and coordinate engagements with outside counsel to ensure efficient and cost-effective handling of disputes and litigation.

• Create internal processes, templates, and training materials related to employment compliance and litigation preparedness.

• Assist the Legal Department with other litigation, dispute resolution, or general legal tasks as assigned.

• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

⛳️ Requirements

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Licensed to practice law and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.

• Over 5 years of relevant legal experience.

• Proven focus on labor and employment and/or commercial litigation.

• Experience in managing or supporting employment disputes, investigations, and litigation.

• Experience in managing or supporting commercial litigation and dispute resolution.

• Familiarity with administrative proceedings before employment-related agencies, such as the EEOC and state labor/civil rights agencies.

• Strong practical judgment and the ability to navigate efficiently between various legal areas and matter types.

• Capability to manage multiple active matters concurrently in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience collaborating directly with HR, business stakeholders, and outside counsel.

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational skills and sound judgment regarding escalation processes.

• Collaborative attitude with a hands-on approach.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools: Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.

• Experience in the healthcare industry is preferred.

• Familiarity with litigation management or e-discovery tools is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive benefits package with tiered options available; eligibility begins the month after hiring.

• Regular compensation reviews.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Flexible remote work schedules.

• Generous PTO plans and paid holidays.

• Health and wellness coverage options.

• 401(k) benefits.

• Family planning services.

• Telehealth options.

• Annual discretionary bonus.

• Great Place to Work-Certified™ inclusive and supportive workplace culture.