Senior Corporate Counsel - Labor and Employment Job at Alaska Air Group (Seatac)

Job Description

The in-house legal team works in a “shared services” environment. Employed by Alaska Airlines, the attorneys provide legal services for Alaska Airlines (AS), Hawaiian Airlines (HA), Horizon Air (QX), McGee Air Services, and Alaska Air Group (AAG). The individual in this role reports to Legal Division leadership, is part of the labor and employment team within the Legal Department, and is responsible for handling advice and counseling, labor arbitrations, litigation, and other tasks involving legal risk management for AAG, AS, HA, QX and McGee.

Job Responsibility

Provides labor and employment law advice to labor relations, human resources, and operational division personnel at AAG, AS, HA, QX and McGee
Conducts legal research and analysis and investigates issues bearing on labor and employment law matters
Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts, letter agreements, and settlement agreements
Responds to demand letters and agency charges and manages and handles arbitrations and litigation, with or without assistance from outside counsel
Works with paralegals to issue litigation holds, respond to discovery requests, and handle other litigation-related tasks
Participates in negotiating labor contracts as a Legal SME
Collaborates with other in-house lawyers to establish common expectations with law firms, realize economies, set finance reserves, and keep Legal Division leadership including the Vice President Legal, Managing Director & Associate General Counsel Labor and Employment, and EVP, Chief Legal Officer abreast of legal developments and exposure
Drafts, reviews, and edits pleadings and discovery requests in litigation and arbitration matters
May be called upon to take or defend depositions, to represent an AAG company at arbitration hearings, and/or appear in court
Manages outside legal counsel, including reviewing legal costs
Travels for client matters and to industry-related legal conferences.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree, with strong personal academic credentials
Licensed attorney in good standing in at least one state bar, preferably licensed in California, Hawaii, or Washington State
8+ years of relevant experience as a practicing attorney with expertise in labor and employment law advice and counseling and labor and employment litigation in a law firm, in-house, or government setting
Resourceful, able to drive projects and initiatives to conclusion, and comfortable providing legal advice in ambiguous situations
Ability to quickly come up to speed on airline specific policies and processes, including collective bargaining agreements and industry-specific regulations
Excellent written and oral communication skills, appropriate for lawyers, operational leaders, and human resources, including the ability to explain issues to individuals without a legal background
Ability to think quickly, convey grace under pressure, find practical solutions and simultaneously manage workloads, multiple client demands and shifting priorities in a fast-paced, highly detailed environment where flexibility is key
Advanced problem-solving capabilities, judgment, interpersonal skills, and ability to collaborate with colleagues as needed regarding issues outside of primary practice area
Proven ability to leverage business acumen and analytic capability to position the organization as a critical business partner
Ability to create collaborative relationships that drive outcomes in the best interest of the company, with others in the organization, and with key external business partners
Excellent planning and organizational skills, ability to work independently, manage time and multi-task
Demonstrate high standards for professional integrity and ethics
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Strong communication (e.g., verbal, written, presentation) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to create collaborative relationships that drive outcomes in the best interest of the company, with others in the organization, and with key external business partners
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum age of 18
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice to have

Airline industry experience
Knowledge of and practice in one or more of the following areas: traditional labor law, preemption principles, California-specific labor and employment laws, complex wage and hour laws, and/or employee benefits
Knowledge of and experience with applying rules of privilege in a corporate setting
Experience conducting or overseeing workplace investigations
Trial experience or experience handling labor arbitrations or collective bargaining.

What we offer

Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air with high priority status
Select number of confirmed travel credits provided annually
Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
Generous 401k match program
Quarterly and annual bonus plans
Generous holiday and paid time off

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