Employment Counsel

First American Payments Systems•Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

The Employment Counsel provides practical and strategic legal guidance on a broad range of employment matters, including discipline, performance, accommodations, leaves of absence, reductions in force and other terminations, benefits, compensation, and compliance with applicable laws. The role manages agency responses and employment litigation, advises on employment policies and agreements, and works closely with HR and business leaders to ensure employment practices align with Deluxe’s legal obligations and strategic objectives. The Employment Counsel also collaborates with the Legal Department and the broader business to anticipate, identify, assess, and manage legal risks, and provides employment law advice related to internal investigations.

Responsibilities

Provide timely, day-to-day employment law advice to HR and business leaders on discipline, performance management, accommodations, reductions in force and other terminations, leaves of absence, benefits, compensation, and legal compliance.
Respond to federal and state agency charges, including EEOC charges and state equivalents.
Manage employment-related litigation and collaborate with outside counsel as appropriate, focusing on creative strategies, cost efficiency, and timely, effective resolution.
Collaborate with HR and business leaders to shape and support the development and deployment of business strategy in alignment with employment laws and best practices.
Provide strategic counseling on employment policies, agreements, and best practices.
Draft and review employment agreements, policies, and internal or external communications.
Work with the Legal Department and the broader business to anticipate, identify, assess, and manage potential legal risks.
Provide employment law advice regarding internal investigations and direct those investigations.