Associate Director, Employment Law Counsel

Spencer's and Spirit Halloween•Egg Harbor Township, NJ

About The Position

We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: “Life’s a Party, We’re Makin’ It Fun!” and “So Much Fun It’s Scary!” At Spencer’s and Spirit, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all. One Team / One Goal We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it’s developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Juris Doctor
Member of the New Jersey Bar
Five to seven years of experience practicing employment law, with a focus on litigation and counseling
Demonstrated experience handling EEOC matters, state human rights commissions, arbitrations, and wage and hour laws
Experience working in a multi-state environment with strong knowledge of varying state employment laws
Proven ability to manage external counsel and balance multiple matters simultaneously
Strong analytical, problem-solving, writing and communication skills with a business-oriented mindset

Nice To Haves

Retail experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee employment-related litigation matters, including claims involving EEOC, state human rights commissions, wage and hour, and other employment practices
Partner with internal stakeholders to provide legal guidance on employee relations matters, accommodation requests, investigations, discipline, and terminations
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions
Lead and coordinate responses to agency charges and audits, including EEOC and state agencies
Manage relationships with and direct external counsel to ensure effective and efficient case handling
Conduct legal research and provide proactive advice on emerging employment law trends and risks
Support alternative dispute resolution efforts
Review, draft, and update employment policies, practices, and documentation to ensure compliance and consistency
Provide training and guidance to HR, leadership , and associates on employment law best practices