Counsel, Employment Law

The Cigna Group

Licensed attorney providing strategic legal support in employment law for Cigna Group. Ensuring compliance and advising on employee relations, and managing legal claims and litigation.

Posted 5/12/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $132,700 - $221,100 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Counsel HR and management on Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and religious accommodation requests
Support compliance and administration of state paid time off, paid leave, and paid sick time programs
Provide legal guidance on matters related to leave of absences, including FMLA, state-mandated leaves, and company leave policies and plans
Provide legal guidance on general employee relations matters, including performance management, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution
Investigate legal claims and respond to inquiries from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Department of Labor (DOL), and comparable state agencies
Manage outside counsel on assigned matters
Monitor and interpret federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
Partner with HR, business leaders, and cross-functional teams to develop and deliver training on employment law topics
Draft, review, and update employment-related policies, procedures, and agreements
Participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and in good standing
Minimum of 5+ years of legal experience, primarily focused on employment law
Experience providing labor and employment law counseling, preferably supporting a national or multi-state workforce
Previous in-house corporate employment law experience is strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, including ADA, Title VII, FLSA, and leave statutes
Proven experience litigating or managing outside counsel on employment-related claims before government agencies and/or in court or arbitration
Demonstrated experience supporting employee relations, accommodations, and leave programs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs
401(k)
company paid life insurance
tuition reimbursement
a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year
paid holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

Juris Doctor (JD)employment lawlabor law counselinglitigationlegal guidancepolicy draftingFMLAADATitle VIIFLSA

Soft Skills

written communicationverbal communicationanalytical skillsproblem-solving skillscollaborationprioritizationconflict resolutionperformance managementemployee relationstraining development

Certifications

active bar membership