Employment & Litigation Counsel

This role will provide business-aligned guidance focused on governance, compliance, and operational risk management. You will partner with leaders, compliance stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to translate complex issues into practical recommendations. The position offers the opportunity to strengthen responsible execution, improve decision-making, and support sustainable growth within a consumer-facing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support employment-related claims such as wrongful termination and discrimination
• Assist in responding to agency charges like EEOC and Labor Commissioner
• Draft position statements, settlement agreements, and litigation documents
• Partner with HR on pre-litigation dispute resolution and risk mitigation
• Support broader litigation matters, including commercial disputes and regulatory inquiries
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda and pleadings
• Identify trends in claims and recommend proactive risk mitigation strategies

Requirements

• Minimum seven years of litigation experience focused on employment law
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws (e.g., FLSA, Title VII, ADA)
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills

Benefits

• Collaborative and cross-functional work environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive corporate culture focused on employee relations
• Engagement with diverse employment law issues across various industries
• Possibility for exposure to multi-state or international employment matters

Pay

$140,000 – $160,000 annually

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available