Senior Counsel - Employment Law

Aon Corporation•Chicago, IL

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of Aon’s Employment Law Team, you will assist a dynamic team of attorneys providing strategic, solution-oriented legal advice affecting a diverse workforce. You will be a trusted advisor supporting Aon’s People Organization, business leaders, and other stakeholders. Aon is in the business of better decisions At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like Routinely advise to HR and business leaders on all aspects of the employee life cycle, including hiring, performance management, compensation, accommodations, leave, consequence management, terminations, pay equity, and restrictive covenants.

Requirements

3-7 years of relevant employment law experience with law firm. In-house experience preferred but not required.
Positive, collaborative attitude and willingness to roll up your sleeves to work on a wide range of routine to complex projects.
Employment and restrictive covenant litigation experience.
Experience advising on employment laws and managing risk.
Deep expertise and working knowledge of US employment laws; knowledge of Canada and Caribbean is a plus.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively with internal clients, including senior leadership, and work collaboratively across multiple functional groups.
Ability to balance legal risks with business objectives and propose strategic solutions.
Ability to manage numerous projects and deadlines, manage client expectations, and prioritize matters appropriately.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment to drive projects from start to finish with minimal oversight.
Experience working in a large, matrixed organization is highly desirable.
Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to non-lawyers.
JD and member of Illinois state bar in good standing.

Nice To Haves

In-house experience preferred but not required.
Deep expertise and working knowledge of US employment laws; knowledge of Canada and Caribbean is a plus.
Experience working in a large, matrixed organization is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Advise on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws including, but not limited to: FLSA, ADA/ADAAA, ADEA, Title VII, EPA, FMLA, OWBPA and state and local equivalents.
Assist with and manage outside counsel as it relates to employment litigation including:
restrictive covenant
breach of contract claims
discrimination and retaliation claims
wage and hour claims
Advise on matters related to employment agreements and compliance with restrictive covenants.
Manage and respond to employment-related claims and demand letters.
Draft employment, separation, and compensation agreements and plans.
Support internal investigations.
Assist with reductions in force and compliance with OWBPA.
Partner with HR regarding investigation of internal complaints.
Assist in responding to pre-litigation demands and EEOC/agency charges.
Provide employment law support on cross-functional projects, such as corporate transactions/deals.
Draft, review, and revise employment-related documents and policies.
Monitor legal and regulatory updates at the federal, state, and local level and proactively update company policies and practices as needed.

Benefits

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce.
Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon.
Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself.
We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.
Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential.
As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.
Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves.
Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.
People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace.
If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know.
You can request accommodations by emailing us at [email protected] or your recruiter.
We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.
For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.
Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions.
Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.