Employment Attorney

The Standard • Portland, OR

7d • $127,500 - $186,750

About The Position

As an Attorney on the Employment team in The Standard’s Legal and Compliance Department, you will support the company’s compliance with labor and employment law obligations. You will advise and counsel key stakeholders, proactively identify and mitigate risk, and help achieve business goals. The role calls for initiative and collaboration within and across teams, offering practical legal guidance while contributing to overall team success.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD).
• Active bar membership.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience providing employment law advice and counsel.

Nice To Haves

• Experience providing in-house employment law advice and counsel to a national employer.
• A combination of in-house and private practice experience in the insurance and/or financial services industries.

Responsibilities

• Research federal, state, and local employment laws and translate findings into practical guidance for HR and management.
• Monitor employment law developments across all 50 states and advise business stakeholders.
• Assist with or lead matters involving immigration, payroll, employee relations, performance management, discipline, termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, accommodations, and leaves of absence.
• Partner strategically with stakeholders, including management and Human Resources, gather requirements, and synthesize and communicate information that supports informed decision-making.
• Assist in developing and maintaining internal policies and procedures.
• Formulate potential risks and outcomes with an understanding of business goals and risks, and produce high-quality, legally defensible work that accurately reflects stakeholder intent.
• Develop and deliver accurate, comprehensive, accessible legal advice and successful presentations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Annual incentive bonus plan.
• Paid time off, including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 annual volunteer hours; PTO increases with tenure.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption and surrogacy assistance.
• Employee giving program that double matches donations to eligible nonprofits and schools.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree