This role provides advice and counsel to Human Resources professionals and business leaders on employment and labor law compliance, as well as advising on employment litigation matters and potential matters. The role's focus will primarily be U.S. (federal and state) employment law matters. Depending on the candidate’s skills and experience, responsibilities may eventually expand to cover more strategic responsibilities. This position reports to the Vice President, Employment & Litigation Counsel and is a hybrid position based in Herndon, Virginia. The duties of the position include the following:
Employment Law Counseling and Advice:
Provide employment and labor law advice and counseling on a range of employment law issues (e.g., workplace investigations, performance management, discipline, terminations, reductions in force, leaves of absence and accommodation of disabilities, wage and hour issues, recruiting, federal contractor, Service Contract Act, and OFCCP compliance, and the use of subcontracted or contingent workers) to the senior leadership team.
Assess and audit compliance requirements and legal risk under federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and advise HR of new developments and requirements.
Work collaboratively with HR professionals to develop solutions to complex human resources issues that appropriately balance compliance concerns and business needs.
Develop, review, and periodically update HR policies.
Dispute Resolution and Litigation Management:
Manage and resolve employment disputes through negotiation and other mechanisms.
Represent the Company before administrative agencies.
Work with business leaders to set strategy and direction for ongoing matters.
Direct and manage outside counsel in employment and contract litigation.
Training
Develop and conduct training for managers and HR professionals on topics involving employment law compliance and HR best practices.
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
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