Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment based in the United States.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced labor and employment attorney to play a strategic role in supporting a large, multi-jurisdictional organization across the United States and Canada. In this position, you will provide trusted legal guidance on a broad range of employment matters while partnering closely with HR leaders, business stakeholders, and external counsel. You will help navigate complex regulatory requirements, manage litigation, strengthen compliance programs, and minimize legal risk. The role offers significant autonomy, meaningful business exposure, and the opportunity to contribute to key organizational initiatives. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and enjoy solving complex legal challenges, this position offers an excellent platform to make a lasting impact.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment based in the United States.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced labor and employment attorney to play a strategic role in supporting a large, multi-jurisdictional organization across the United States and Canada. In this position, you will provide trusted legal guidance on a broad range of employment matters while partnering closely with HR leaders, business stakeholders, and external counsel. You will help navigate complex regulatory requirements, manage litigation, strengthen compliance programs, and minimize legal risk. The role offers significant autonomy, meaningful business exposure, and the opportunity to contribute to key organizational initiatives. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and enjoy solving complex legal challenges, this position offers an excellent platform to make a lasting impact.
Accountabilities:
- Provide legal counsel on a wide range of U.S. federal, state, and Canadian labor and employment laws, including employee relations, discrimination, workplace accommodations, wage and hour matters, leave regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Manage employment-related litigation, administrative claims, government investigations, and regulatory proceedings while coordinating with external legal counsel as needed.
- Review, develop, and update employment policies, procedures, and legal documentation to ensure ongoing compliance with evolving legislation and regulatory standards.
- Partner closely with Human Resources and business leaders to proactively identify legal risks, support employee relations matters, and develop practical, business-focused legal solutions.
- Monitor legislative developments, assess their business impact, and provide timely recommendations to leadership.
- Oversee litigation reporting, budgeting, legal tracking processes, and support paralegal activities related to labor and employment matters.
- Contribute to strategic projects and cross-functional initiatives requiring labor and employment legal expertise while promoting strong governance and risk management practices.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with membership in good standing.
- 5–10 years of labor and employment law experience, ideally combining private practice and in-house legal experience.
- Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, ADEA, Title VII, EEOC regulations, OFCCP requirements, and related federal and state employment legislation.
- Familiarity with Canadian federal and provincial employment laws, including ESA, HRA, and AODA.
- Demonstrated experience managing employment litigation, administrative proceedings, and regulatory investigations.
- Excellent legal research, analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while collaborating effectively with internal stakeholders and external legal partners.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice.
- Willingness to travel occasionally (approximately 5–33%).
- Base salary ranging from $125,000 to $175,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching and immediate vesting.
- Paid time off and family leave benefits.
- Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Access to online learning resources, virtual training, and classroom-based career development programs.
- Supportive environment focused on employee well-being, career growth, and work-life balance.