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Senior Lead Counsel, Employment Litigation

General CounselGeneral CounselFull TimeRemoteTeam 5,001-10,000Since 2011H1B SponsorCompany Site LinkedIn

Location

California + 2 more

Posted

149 days ago

Salary

$185K - $255K / year

Professional Certificate7 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Oversee and manage all phases of employment-related litigation and arbitration matters, including pre-litigation disputes, discovery, motions, trial and arbitration preparation, hearings, settlement negotiations, and appellate work. • Collaborate with the internal legal team, as well as business leaders, to develop arbitration and litigation strategies that align with company goals and mitigate risk, while ensuring that decisions reflect the business's overall legal risk profile and strategic objectives. • Engage, manage, and direct outside counsel in employment litigation and arbitration matters, ensuring cost-effective, efficient, and favorable outcomes. • Conduct and oversee internal investigations related to employment matters, including workplace discrimination, harassment, wage disputes, and other sensitive issues, advising on whether disputes should be resolved through arbitration or litigation. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, particularly as they pertain to arbitration agreements and employment law compliance. • Work closely with various departments, including HR, finance, and operations, to provide strategic legal counsel on employment-related initiatives, arbitration matters, and dispute resolution strategies.

Job Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
Active bar membership in good standing in the state where the company is located or ability to obtain in-house counsel licensure.
7+ years of experience in employment litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution, including single plaintiff claims, wage and hour disputes, and class actions.
Expertise in employment law, arbitration, and regulatory compliance.
Strong understanding of arbitration procedures, including arbitration clauses, selection of arbitrators, and strategies for successful dispute resolution.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present legal issues clearly and concisely to non-legal stakeholders.
Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Resourceful self-starter who enjoys wearing multiple hats and digging into challenging projects, big and small.
Ability to seek pragmatic solutions to mitigate risks, taking into account commercial considerations.
Ability to develop litigation and arbitration standardized processes and procedures from initial complaint to resolution.
Positive attitude, and strong work ethic.
Travel as required.

Benefits

Remote-friendly and flexible work culture
Market leader in compensation and equity awards
Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
Paid parental and adoption leaves
Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe