Employment Counsel

About the position

Public Storage, the world’s leading owner, operator, and developer of self-storage facilities, is seeking a dynamic and motivated in-house employment counsel. This team member’s duties will include providing comprehensive legal advice and counsel on all employment-related issues, assisting in internal investigations, helping maintain compliant employment policies and practices, and representing the company in administrative proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice and counseling to management and human resources business partners on employment issues, including recruiting, hiring, employee relations, discipline, terminations, reductions-in-force, leaves of absence, accommodations, wage and hour compliance, and immigration.
• Assist in the management of employment litigation and respond to pre-litigation demands and federal and state agency charges, including investigating employment law claims and responding to EEOC charges and state agency charges.
• Manage outside counsel to achieve optimal efficiencies, outcomes, and value for the company.
• Advise and assist human resources and other internal partners on the investigation of employee complaints, ensuring timely resolution and appropriate follow-up and reporting.
• Consult with human resources and other business partners regarding the formulation and revision of employment policies and guidance to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
• Partner with HR Business partners on the design of programs and tools to guide team members on various employment laws and best practices.
• Monitor and interpret employment law developments and provide relevant summary communications and recommendations to human resources and other business partners.
• Work on ad hoc legal employment law-related projects, including offer letters, policies, templates, and processes.
• May represent the company in administrative proceedings.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Must be an active member in good standing of the CA or TX bar or eligible for registered in-house counsel status in TX.
• Minimum of three years of experience in employment law.
• Deep knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills with the ability to influence and counsel across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and MS Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous in-house legal experience is a plus.
• Experience managing outside counsel is a plus.
• Litigation experience, particularly in employment-related matters.