Employment Attorney

J. Paul Getty Trust, The•Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

Working with the General Counsel and focusing on employment issues, this position provides a broad range of legal services to the institution, with emphasis on Human Resource activities.

Requirements

JD from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials
Admitted to California Bar or eligible to waive in
5-7 years of employment legal experience
Knowledge of legal principles, practices, and proceedings and of laws and regulations
Experience responding to administrative agency changes, and investigations
Familiarity with major employment laws, including Title VII, ADEA, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, and state and local law
Ability to identify and analyze complex issues and evaluate their broader implications for the business; interact with clients at all levels; provide timely, practical legal advice and solutions; and communicate effectively in person and in writing
Skill in legal research, writing, and analysis; in using reasoning and logic; in identifying and solving complex problems and in creating workload priorities
Willingness to work as part of a team, showing commitment to collegiality
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take responsibility
Ability and willingness to develop expertise in other topics to meet Getty needs
Integrity and ability to foster trust and collaboration

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with benefits and immigration law helpful
Familiarity with not-for-profit organizations

Responsibilities

Serve as the key legal advisor on employment law and employee relations matters
Provide legal advice on employment matters, including but not limited to wage-hour compliance, workplace accommodations, leaves of absence, compliance with employment and business policies, hiring, promotions, performance management, disciplinary issues, and discharge.
Work with Human Resources and management to help minimize legal exposure. This will include but is not limited to proactive review of employment policies, procedures, handbooks, and agreements; preparation of legal documents, memoranda, and other forms of legal advice.
Handle pre-litigation claims, settlement negotiations and mediations, and federal and state litigation, including management of outside counsel as necessary.
Provide counsel and coordinate response to investigation, discovery and subpoenas.
Manage outside employment counsel to efficiently deliver legal services
Stay current on changes in employment laws and regulations
Provide advice on labor, benefits, visa and classification matters
Prepare, review and revise contracts
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty Match
Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
Educational Assistance and professional development
Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
12 Paid Holidays
Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
Community service opportunities

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