About the Job
The Senior Counsel, Employment Law, will play a central role in protecting and building this legacy. With a focus on the United States and Canada, the Senior Counsel, Employment Law will provide expert legal advice and counsel on all aspects of employment law, including labor relations, employee relations, workplace policies, and compliance. The role requires a proactive, solutions-oriented attorney with deep knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, particularly in the retail sector, and the ability to navigate complex legal challenges in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
About You
- 7+ years of relevant experience
- Ability to work and make sound decisions independently, proactively and strategically, and to provide reasoned and practical risk-based guidance to business counterparts
- J.D. from accredited law school and license to practice law in CA
- Prior in-house experience preferred
- Retail experience preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Organizational skills; attention to detail
- Investigative skills
- Ability to run a project from start to finish
- Extensive experience litigating employment claims
salary: $160,000 - $200,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 4 PM
education: Masters
Responsibilities
- Act as legal advisor on labor and employment matters for HR, and business leaders on employment-related matters, including hiring, firing, discipline, compensation, benefits, diversity and inclusion, workplace harassment, discrimination, and accommodation issues.
- Partner with HR and business leaders to advise on appropriate actions to resolve and proactively address employment concerns and disputes
- Oversee and manage employment-related litigation, including disputes related to wrongful termination, wage and hour claims, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and class action lawsuits. Work closely with outside counsel when necessary to manage and resolve litigation
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor and employment laws, regulations, and industry best practices. Provide guidance on wage and hour issues, employee classification, and other employment-related compliance matters. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate legal risks.
- Draft, review, and update employment policies, employee handbooks, and other internal documents to ensure compliance with evolving legal requirements and to reflect best practices in the retail industry.
- Develop and deliver training programs for HR, management, and employees on topics such as harassment prevention, employee rights, and legal compliance. Educate internal stakeholders on employment law updates and best practices.
The essential functions of this role include:
Skills
Qualifications
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Qualified applicants in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County's Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
