Principal Counsel – Employment

Principal Counsel – Employment

Requirements

• Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school.
• 6+ years of experience practicing employment law in private practice or in a corporate legal department (preferably both).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Provide stakeholders with an understanding of legal obligations and risks to allow stakeholders to make informed decisions.
• Engage, direct, and supervise outside counsel in response to administrative charges, attorney demand letters, and general employment law questions.
• Monitor employment law requirements and new developments actively, including identifying areas for legal focus.
• Draft and/or review employment policies, agreements, and communications.
• Respond to subpoena and personnel file requests.
• Perform other corporate duties as assigned.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Exercises wide latitude in determining objectives and approaches to critical assignments.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 90% of a typical working day.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience practicing employment law in private practice or in a corporate legal department (preferably both).
• Experience or background in healthcare and/or life-sciences.