Job at a glance
Key Responsibilities: - Legal Counsel and Compliance: Provide timely, comprehensive legal counsel and guidance on labor and employment issues, particularly regarding California employment law compliance. - Policy and Procedure Oversight: Advise on and assist in the drafting, revising, and reviewing of HR policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws. - Risk Management: Keep senior management informed of significant labor and employment decisions, new legislation, and regulatory changes affecting the company’s operations and policies.
- Training and Development: Provide training to the Human Resources team and business leaders on employment laws, including ADA, Title VII, FMLA, workplace safety, and workers’ compensation. - Research and Investigation: Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to develop informed guidance on employment-related topics, including working conditions and safety requirements. Handle internal investigations, respond to employment-related claims, demand letters, and administrative complaints.
- Litigation Management: Assist in the management of various litigation and dispute resolution matters; coordinate with external legal counsel as needed. - Legal Strategy Development: Support the broader legal team in formulating strategies to align legal approaches with business objectives. - Strategic Business Support: Develop a deep understanding of the company's business, industry trends, and competitive landscape.
Provide legal support to various business initiatives on an as-needed basis.