Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment

Google Chrome Microsoft Edge Apple Safari Mozilla Firefox Assistant General Counsel, Labor & EmploymentFull-time Compensation: USD 125000 - USD 175000 - yearlyCompany DescriptionWe are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.Job DescriptionThe Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment NAM will manage Labor & Employment function for the region. Provides legal advice regarding labor and employment law to SGS US and Canadian operations on matters of legal issues and implications concerned with discrimination, sexual harassment, health, and safety, hiring and firing, as well as all other aspects of employee rights and responsibilities. Manages employment claims and litigation.Provides labor and employment counseling in all areas of both US federal and state law related to employment issues, such as FLSA, FMLA, ADA, ADEA, EPA, Title VII, OFCCP, and EEOC complianceProvides employment counseling under Canadian federal and provincial laws, such as ESA, HRA, and AODAManages employment claims and litigation and internally handles US EEOC, DOL and state equivalent complaints, and HRA complaints in CanadaAnalyzes proposed and established legislation, prepares legal documents, and reviews company policies as they related to labor and employmentAdvises management on legal matters and ensures compliance to protect the company against legal liabilityWorks closely with Human Resources, internal business clients, and outside law firms to effectively manage litigation outcomes and implement budgeting and cost controlsResponsible for internal reporting, tracking, and budgeting of litigated mattersDirects Paralegals during the provision of employment/labor-related support/subpoena responsesParticipates in special projects where the experience, ability, or expertise of the attorney merits involvementAdheres to internal standards, policies and proceduresPerforms other duties as assignedQualificationsEducation and ExperienceJ.D. degree from accredited law school5 to 10 years as a practicing attorney, preferably with both private practice and in-house experience specializing in the areas of US and Canadian labor and employment lawLicenses/ CertificationsLicensed to practice law in at least one state within the United States (preferably Georgia, California, New York or New Jersey) and an attorney in good standing in such jurisdictionKnowledge/ Skills/ AbilitiesLanguage Skills: English – Highest levelMathematical Skills: Basic levelReasoning Skills/Abilities: Advanced levelAnalytical, problem solving, interpersonal, negotiation and legal reasoning skillsAbility to work effectively and efficiently with others and coordinate a variety of internal and external activities having legal significance to the CompanyAbility to manage issues and workload independently with minimal supervisionExcellent oral and written communication skillsStrong organizational skillsTravelOccasional travel required (5%-33%)CompensationThe expected salary range for this position is $125,000-$175,000 annually. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.Our BenefitsWe care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.Wealth: In addition to base pay, we offer 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).Happiness:Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement programWork-Life Balance: Paid-time off and family leaveIn...