Senior Employment and Litigation Counsel

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

📋 Description

• Lead and implement WelbeHealth’s employment legal strategy to support a diverse workforce and multi-state operations, while also acting as the primary legal advisor for all employment-related litigation and pre-litigation matters from initiation to resolution.

• Oversee all claims and disputes initiated by third parties, as well as manage sensitive internal investigations related to employee complaints and regulatory risks.

• Stay updated on key federal and state employment laws, providing legal counsel on relevant federal and state regulatory matters.

• Create and execute strategies and tools aimed at reducing the risk of employment-related litigation.

• Draft employment-related documents, including policies, separation agreements, and arbitration agreements, in addition to leading employment law preparedness for expansion into new states.

• Facilitate training programs for team members on compliance, risk awareness, and preventative measures.

• Collaborate closely with outside counsel on matters that require specialized legal expertise.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited institution; must have passed the state bar and be in good standing.

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience as a practicing attorney, with a preference for both law firm and in-house experience.

• Extensive knowledge of applicable employment laws.

• Demonstrated capability to manage complex litigation and negotiations with minimal oversight.

• Ability to proactively foresee and identify legal issues, developing strategies and solutions to address them effectively.

• Experience in leading within a data-driven environment, utilizing reports and data to prioritize and manage people and projects.

• Must be open and able to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision).

• Work/life balance - We genuinely mean it! 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 observed holidays annually, and 6 sick days.

• 401K savings plan with matching contributions.

• Comprehensive compensation package that includes base salary and performance bonuses.

• Plus, additional benefits!