In- House Employment Counsel

CRC Insurance Services, Inc.•Charlotte, NC

55d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role will serve as a trusted advisor to HR and senior business leaders, providing practical and proactive guidance on employment law and compliance matters. The successful candidate will oversee employment disputes, agreements, and policies, and play a key role in shaping CRC Group's employment practices in alignment with legal requirements and business goals. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. This role is hybrid in Charlotte NC.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school (Required)
Licensed to practice law in any U.S. state (Required)
7+ years of experience advising on labor and employment matters, preferably with an Am Law 200 or boutique law firm and/or in-house legal department
Experience handling EEOC claims, wrongful termination, wage and hour issues, and restrictive covenant litigation
Active law license in good standing (Required)
Strong legal research and analytical skills
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Ability to build trusted partnerships with HR and business leaders
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
High level of discretion and professionalism
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
Strategic mindset with a practical, solution-oriented approach
Experience managing outside counsel and litigation strategy
Familiarity with employment law training and policy development

Nice To Haves

Insurance industry experience a plus

Responsibilities

Provide legal counsel on a wide range of employment law matters, including hiring, performance management, terminations, wage and hour issues, and workplace investigations.
Advise HR and business leaders on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Manage and strategize responses to employment-related claims, including EEOC charges, wrongful termination, and wage and hour disputes.
Lead and support restrictive covenant litigation, including strategy development and coordination with external counsel.
Draft, review, and update employment agreements, separation agreements, and workplace policies.
Provide legal support for reductions in force (RIFs), including risk assessment and compliance planning.
Partner with HR to develop and deliver training on employment law topics and best practices.
Monitor legal and regulatory developments and assess their impact on company policies and practices.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external counsel to manage employment litigation and investigations.
Support employment-related aspects of M&A activity, including due diligence and integration planning.
Maintain strong relationships with HR and business leaders to proactively identify and mitigate legal risks.

Benefits

At CRC Group, we're committed to supporting every aspect of teammates' well-being - physical, emotional, financial, social, and professional.
Our best-in-class benefits program is designed to care for the whole you, offering a wide range of coverage and support.
Eligible full-time teammates enjoy access to medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and AD&D insurance; tax-advantaged savings accounts; and a 401(k) plan with company match.
CRC Group also offers generous paid time off programs, including company holidays, vacation and sick days, new parent leave, and more.
Eligible positions may also qualify for restricted stock units and/or a deferred compensation plan.

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