Senior Legal Counsel - Employment & Litigation

Key Responsibilities

• Provide timely, comprehensive legal counsel and guidance on labor and employment issues, particularly regarding California employment law compliance.
• Advisory on and assist in the drafting, revising, and reviewing of HR policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Keep senior management informed of significant labor and employment decisions, new legislation, and regulatory changes affecting the company’s operations and policies.
• Provide training to the Human Resources team and business leaders on employment laws, including ADA, Title VII, FMLA, workplace safety, and workers’ compensation.
• 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.
• Assist in the management of various litigation and dispute resolution matters; coordinate with external legal counsel as needed.
• Support the broader legal team in formulating strategies to align legal approaches with business objectives.
• Provide legal support to various business initiatives on an as-needed basis.

Job Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited, top-tier law school.
• Licensed and in good standing to practice law.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 5 years of corporate legal experience, preferably in a large law firm or corporate legal department.
• Strong knowledge of California employment law, including experience managing wage and hour, class action/PAGA and OSHA matters.