Provide strategic advice on employment law issues, including performance management, terminations, accommodations, leaves of absence, and workplace policies.
Lead or oversee internal investigations involving employee complaints or potential legal exposure.
Recommend corrective actions or legal strategies to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
Stay current on federal, state, and local employment laws and advise HR and management on compliance.
Assist in the development and implementation of company policies and training programs related to employment practices.
Manage and oversee employment litigation, including claims involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination, and other employment-related matters.
Develop and execute litigation strategy in coordination with outside counsel and internal stakeholders.
Supervise and monitor case progress, including reviewing pleadings, discovery, motions, and trial preparation.
Manage budgets and billing related to litigation matters.
Manage and coordinate employment practices liability insurance (EPLI) and other relevant coverages in collaboration with Risk Management.
Provide input on policy renewals, claims handling, and coverage analysis related to employment disputes.
Ensure timely and appropriate notification and coordination with insurers on covered claims.
Assist in managing insurer relationships and optimizing insurance recoveries related to litigation.
Serve as a trusted advisor to HR, management, and executive leadership.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including HR, Compliance, and Risk Management.
Requirements
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar (preferably [state relevant to company operations]).
7+ years of legal experience, with at least 3 years focused on employment litigation (preferrably in the healthcare industry).
Demonstrated experience managing outside counsel and handling complex litigation matters.
Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws, regulations, and litigation procedures.
Strong understanding of employment-related insurance coverage, including EPLI.
Exceptional judgment, communication (written and oral), and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google product suites.
Benefits
Competitive salary + performance-based incentives
401(k) with employer match
Health, dental, and vision insurance
PTO + paid holidays
Life insurance coverage
Remote flexibility with a national legal scope
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Hard skills
employment lawlitigation strategyemployment litigationdiscrimination claimsharassment claimsretaliation claimswage and hour disputeswrongful terminationcompliancepolicy development