Assistant General Counsel 2 - Employment Law
About The Position
The Assistant General Counsel supports senior Legal Department professionals, business leaders, Human Resources partners, and risk stakeholders on employment law matters throughout the employee lifecycle. The attorney provides practical, solution-oriented counsel on recruiting, hiring, compensation, performance management, employee relations, leave and accommodation issues, wage and hour compliance, restrictive covenants, repayment obligations, and workplace investigations. The role manages employment litigation and administrative claims, working with outside counsel on case strategy, discovery, budgets, and efficient resolutions. The attorney monitors legal and regulatory developments, conducts research, develops guidance for business partners, and collaborates with Human Resources to promote compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations. This is an individual-contributor position with no direct reports. The attorney will work closely with and provide day-to-day guidance and informal oversight to a paralegal supporting the Employment Law team. The position may also provide ad hoc work direction and leadership to other legal staff on active cases or projects.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice law and in good standing.
- At least 5 years of post-bar experience in a law firm, government, and/or corporate setting.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize matters, manage time, and move between matters fluidly.
- Ability to handle a heavy workload, manage stress effectively, and meet critical deadlines.
- Team-oriented approach and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software.
Nice To Haves
- At least 3 years of employment law practice, preferably representing employers at a law firm, in-house legal department, or government agency.
- Knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including laws relating to discrimination, retaliation, wage and hour, disability and accommodation, leaves of absence, and employee separations.
- Experience advising employers on employment law and handling employment litigation, administrative charges, investigations, or other employment-related disputes.
- Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills, including the ability to identify legal risks and communicate practical recommendations clearly and concisely.
- Strong judgment and problem-solving skills, including the ability to translate legal requirements into practical, business-oriented advice.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to build working relationships and collaborate with attorneys, Human Resources professionals, and business partners.
- Ability to manage multiple matters and priorities in a fast-paced environment, with strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Initiative, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to develop expertise across a broad range of employment law issues.
- Experience in financial services or another large, highly regulated organization.
- In-house employment law experience.
Responsibilities
- Support Legal Department attorneys and lines of business with limited supervision.
- Assess legal risk, provide legal advice on routine matters, and assist in resolving legal problems that could expose the company to risk.
- Monitor and analyze legislation, regulations, and case law affecting the company and banking industry in the area of practice.
- Prepare and/or review routine documents and instruments; represent the company in transactions, litigation, bankruptcy matters, or alternative dispute resolutions as applicable; conduct legal research and analysis; and maintain files and records.
- Develop an initial area of specialization to support lines of business.
- Provide ad hoc work direction and leadership to legal staff supporting active cases or projects.
- Advise on employment law issues involving recruiting, hiring, compensation, performance management, employee relations, leave and accommodations, wage and hour compliance, restrictive covenants, repayment obligations, and workplace investigations.
- Manage employment litigation and administrative claims, including coordinating with outside counsel on case strategy, discovery, budgets, and resolutions.
- Monitor employment law developments, conduct legal research, and develop guidance for business partners.
- Collaborate with Human Resources to promote compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations.
- Provide day-to-day guidance and informal oversight to a paralegal supporting the Employment Law team.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment coverage
- Tax-preferred savings accounts
- 401(k) plan
- At least 10 days of vacation during the first year, prorated based on hire date and full-time or part-time status
- 10 sick days, prorated
- Paid holidays
- Depending on position and division, eligibility for a defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or deferred compensation plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
