Senior Legal Counsel, Labor and Employment Job at Circle K (Charlotte, North Carolina, Tempe, Arizona, or San Antonio, Texas)

Senior Legal Counsel, Labor and Employment

Reporting to the Director, Labor & Employment, USA, within our Legal team, the S...

Location

United States of America , Charlotte, North Carolina; Tempe, Arizona; San Antonio, Texas

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD required from an accredited law school
Bar admission and license to practice law in the U.S., member in good standing
Minimum of eight (8) years of experience, specifically in labor and employment law area of practice
Prior experience working in a large law firm preferred
Experience with employee health and welfare
Ability to draft documents and policies in a concise manner for non-lawyers
Must have advanced breadth and depth of practical and academic knowledge of federal, state, and municipal labor and employment laws/regulations, with proven working knowledge of issues related to the EEOC, FLSA, FMLA, NLRB, ADEA, ADA, Title VII, WARN, discrimination and equal pay claims
Substantial experience with delivering advice and counsel to business clients such as Human Resources
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated and able to quickly troubleshoot issues and provide solutions

Job Responsibility

Provide legal advice and counseling on a wide range of employment law issues and legal support to the business unit and operations HR teams
Provide tactical and strategic legal advice and counseling to HR leadership
Review and provide guidance on HR or employment related contracts and agreements
Draft, review, and provide advice on a host of employee agreements
Partner with business units and HR teams to internally handle employment law claims
Retain and manage outside counsel for lawsuits and employment law claims
Identify gaps and opportunities in HR operations and processes
Provide legal guidance to HR and operations on business reorganizations, reductions in force, and outsourcing
Provide legal guidance on transactions, acquisitions, and divestitures
Work with the Legal Labor and Employment team to develop and deploy training

What we offer

Complete benefits packages (medical, dental, etc.)
Possibility of enrolling in a defined contribution plan with employer contributions or a stock purchase plan
Employee discounts in stores and with multiple of our partners
Paid time off plan including vacation, sick days and personal days
Scholarship program available to the employee and the employee's children
Work in a collaborative, dynamic and high performing team
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and to evolve professionally in a fast-growing company

Fulltime

New

Senior Legal Counsel, Labor and Employment, US

Location

United States , Charlotte; Tempe; San Antonio

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD required from an accredited law school. Bar admission and license to practice law in the U.S., member in good standing.
Minimum of eight (8) years of experience, specifically in labor and employment law area of practice.
Prior experience working in a large law firm preferred.
Experience with employee health and welfare.
Ability to draft documents and policies in a concise manner for non-lawyers.
Must have advanced breadth and depth of practical and academic knowledge of federal, state, and municipal labor and employment laws/regulations, with proven working knowledge of issues related to the EEOC, FLSA, FMLA, NLRB, ADEA, ADA, Title VII, WARN, discrimination and equal pay claims.
Substantial experience with delivering advice and counsel to business clients such as Human Resources.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated and able to quickly troubleshoot issues and provide solutions.
Ability to effectively collaborate in a team environment, take ownership of projects, and demonstrate independence needed to effectively and timely complete projects.

Job Responsibility

On a daily basis, provide legal advice and counseling on a wide range of employment law issues and legal support to the business unit and operations HR teams.
On a routine basis, provide tactical and strategic legal advice and counseling to HR leadership, including advice on handling performance or conduct concerns of high-level employees, employment law implications of operational decisions, ensuring compliance with unique state and local laws, and proactively addressing potential legal risk.
Review and provide guidance on HR or employment related contracts and agreements to ensure that vendors and partners are required to comply with relevant employment law and Circle K requirements, compliance with Circle K’s internal contract requirements, and that internal partners understand the terms of the contract.
Draft, review, and provide advice on a host of employee agreements, including severance and separation agreements, offer letters, and accommodation agreements.
Partner with business units and HR teams to internally handle employment law claims, including demand letters, administrative charges, and administrative investigations by advising on investigating the claims, documenting findings, and developing responsive documents.
Retain and manage outside counsel for lawsuits and employment law claims that business units and HR teams are unable to handle internally.
Identify gaps and opportunities in HR operations and processes to notify HR teams and leadership, develop solutions to ensure legal compliance, and define the legal risk if gaps are not addressed and ensure leadership is aware of the risk.
Provide legal guidance to HR and operations on business reorganizations, reductions in force, and outsourcing employees and teams to vendors.
Provide legal guidance on transactions, acquisitions, and divestitures, with a focus on identifying legal issues and risk with the target’s employment policies, documents, and practices.
Work with the Legal Labor and Employment team to develop and deploy training on a regular basis to Human Resources employees and management level employees on a range of labor and employment issues.

What we offer

Complete benefits packages (medical, dental, etc.)
Possibility of enrolling in a defined contribution plan with employer contributions or a stock purchase plan
Employee discounts in stores and with multiple of our partners
Paid time off plan including vacation, sick days and personal days
Scholarship program available to the employee and the employee's children
Work in a collaborative, dynamic and high performing team
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and to evolve professionally in a fast-growing company

Fulltime

Senior Employment Legal Counsel - EMEA

We are seeking a practical, solutions-oriented Senior Employment Legal Counsel t...

Location

Ireland , Dublin

Salary:

Not provided

Bentley Systems

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must be a qualified lawyer with a current practicing certificate from the Law Society of Ireland (or another EU jurisdiction with equivalent experience).
6+ years of substantive post-qualification experience (PQE) in employment law. This must include experience in a reputable Irish or international law firm.
Strong grounding in EU employment law with demonstrable knowledge of national implementation across EMEA jurisdictions.
Commercially minded with the ability to provide clear, actionable advice to non-lawyer stakeholders.
Excellent drafting and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to working with U.S.-based legal leadership and regional HR partners.
Desirable experience in managing immigration legalities, including work permit sponsorship and relocation compliance.
At least one year of in-house experience within a high-growth technology company is strongly preferred

Job Responsibility

Provide day-to-day legal counseling to the HR team and business partners on a range of EMEA employment matters, including hiring, performance management, internal investigations, disciplinary processes, and employee relations.
Act as the legal lead for EMEA Global Mobility. Provide expert guidance on visa work permits, sponsorship requirements (including Critical Skills), and Right to Work compliance to support international talent acquisition.
Provide counsel on EU employment and labor law matters, including the Working Time Directive and GDPR as it applies to employee data.
Advise on and draft offer letters, employment contracts, separation/settlement agreements, and contractor/consultancy agreements across various EMEA jurisdictions.
Manage employment litigation and tribunal proceedings across EMEA, overseeing external counsel and developing defense strategies.
Advise on workforce restructuring, business transfers (TUPE/ARD), and collective redundancy obligations under applicable EU and national laws.
Develop and implement scalable employment policies, handbooks, and training programs that support a high-growth global workforce.
Provide legal support for mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence and post-acquisition integration of employees.

What we offer

A great Team and culture
An exciting career as an integral part of a world-leading software company providing solutions for architecture, engineering, and construction
An attractive salary and benefits package
A commitment to inclusion, belonging, and colleague well-being through global initiatives and resource groups
A company committed to making a real difference by advancing the world’s infrastructure for a better quality of life

Fulltime

New

Legal Counsel, Labor & Employment, USA

Reporting to the Director, Labor & Employment, USA, within our Legal team, the L...

Location

United States of America , Charlotte, North Carolina, Tempe, Arizona, or San Antonio, Texas

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bar admission and license to practice law in the U.S., member in good standing
At least 4 years experience, specifically in labor and employment law area of practice
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Ability to draft documents and policies in a concise manner for non-lawyers
Must have advanced breadth and depth of practical and academic knowledge of federal, state, and municipal labor and employment laws/regulations, with proven working knowledge of issues related to the EEOC, FLSA, FMLA, NLRB, ADEA, ADA, Title VII, WARN, discrimination and equal pay claims
Substantial experience with delivering advice and counsel to business clients such as Human Resources
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated and able to quickly troubleshoot issues and provide solutions
Ability to effectively collaborate in a team environment, take ownership of projects, and demonstrate independence needed to effectively and timely complete projects
Extremely organized, strong ability to focus on details, demonstrate accuracy, maintain a high level of confidentiality, and excellent time management skills

Job Responsibility

Provide timely, practical and sound legal advice and counseling on a wide range of employment law issues and day-to-day support for the HR teams, including recruiting, hiring, employee relations, leaves of absence and accommodations, wage and hour, internal investigations, compensation and benefits, and general labor and employment compliance
Collaborate with senior Labor & Employment lawyers to develop criteria for Company-wide employment best practices and to ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations
Provide support to senior Labor & Employment lawyers on guidance related to high-level Company transactions, strategic and commercial HR initiatives, reductions-in-force, and contingent workforce issues
Prepare preliminary drafts of contracts, policies and procedures, and employment-related onboarding and offboarding agreements such as offer letters and separation agreements
Work with senior Labor & Employment lawyers to develop and deploy training on a regular basis to Human Resources employees and management level employees on a range of labor and employment issues
Collaborate with senior Labor & Employment lawyers and local counsel, where necessary, to advise the HR teams and management on employment issues
Provide support and counsel on investigations, assist in development of strategy, and respond to claims, demand letters, administrative complaints, audits, and other employment-related inquiries
Assist in administrative audits and support other compliance efforts
Strategically and in a cost-effective manner, assist in the management of and partnership with local counsel in employment litigation matters, including litigation strategy, budgets and invoices, compliance with outside counsel guidelines and work product
Review and provide support to HR on updating employment policies and procedures across the enterprise and keep them current/compliant (e.g., employment policies and procedures, Severance Agreements, disciplinary and investigation procedures, associate handbooks, etc.)

What we offer

Complete benefits packages (medical, dental, etc.)
Possibility of enrolling in a defined contribution plan with employer contributions or a stock purchase plan
Employee discounts in stores and with multiple of our partners
Paid time off plan including vacation, sick days and personal days
Scholarship program available to the employee and the employee's children
Work in a collaborative, dynamic and high performing team
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and to evolve professionally in a fast-growing company

Fulltime

Senior Counsel Labor & Employment

This Senior Counsel role will provide sound legal advice, review policies, and w...

Location

United States , Hershey

Salary:

Not provided

The Hershey Company

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum Seven (7) years of experience in the field of Labor and Employment Law
J.D. degree
Member in good standing of a state bar
Must be licensed, or capable of securing the applicable license, to engage in the practice of law as in-house counsel in Pennsylvania
Previous in-house experience as a corporate employment law attorney
Counseling experience and strong knowledge of state and federal compliance, including FLSA, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, Title VII, and WARN
Experience in risk mitigation related to employee relations, hiring, terminations, and workforce reductions
Experience with state and local government administrative employment agencies
Experience with HR policy and procedure creation and implementation
Experience with confidentiality and non-compete issues

Job Responsibility

Provide legal advice and recommendations with respect to all areas of employment law
Manage and provide advice regarding terminations, discipline, restructures, reductions, selection processes, diversity, equity and inclusion
affirmative action (OFCCP) and safety compliance (OSHA)
Provide legal advice and recommendations with respect to all areas of labor law
advise on union organizing activities and related strategy
advise on bargaining strategy and proposals
manage grievances, unfair labor practices issues and other union activities
Manage labor and employment administrative litigation, arbitrations and other legal investigations or proceedings
Provide support with respect to benefits and compensation-related matters (including pay equity, FLSA, executive compensation)
Provide support with regard to the movement of employees between countries

Fulltime

Legal Counsel, Labor & Employment

Reporting to the Director, Labor & Employment, USA, within our Legal team, the L...

Location

United States of America , Charlotte; Tempe; San Antonio

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bar admission and license to practice law in the U.S., member in good standing
At least 4 years experience, specifically in labor and employment law area of practice
Prior experience working in a large law firm preferred
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Ability to draft documents and policies in a concise manner for non-lawyers
Must have advanced breadth and depth of practical and academic knowledge of federal, state, and municipal labor and employment laws/regulations, with proven working knowledge of issues related to the EEOC, FLSA, FMLA, NLRB, ADEA, ADA, Title VII, WARN, discrimination and equal pay claims
Substantial experience with delivering advice and counsel to business clients such as Human Resources
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated and able to quickly troubleshoot issues and provide solutions
Ability to effectively collaborate in a team environment, take ownership of projects, and demonstrate independence needed to effectively and timely complete projects

Job Responsibility

Provide timely, practical and sound legal advice and counseling on a wide range of employment law issues and day-to-day support for the HR teams, including recruiting, hiring, employee relations, leaves of absence and accommodations, wage and hour, internal investigations, compensation and benefits, and general labor and employment compliance
Collaborate with senior Labor & Employment lawyers to develop criteria for Company-wide employment best practices and to ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations
Provide support to senior Labor & Employment lawyers on guidance related to high-level Company transactions, strategic and commercial HR initiatives, reductions-in-force, and contingent workforce issues
Prepare preliminary drafts of contracts, policies and procedures, and employment-related onboarding and offboarding agreements such as offer letters and separation agreements
Work with senior Labor & Employment lawyers to develop and deploy training on a regular basis to Human Resources employees and management level employees on a range of labor and employment issues
Collaborate with senior Labor & Employment lawyers and local counsel, where necessary, to advise the HR teams and management on employment issues
Provide support and counsel on investigations, assist in development of strategy, and respond to claims, demand letters, administrative complaints, audits, and other employment-related inquiries
Assist in administrative audits and support other compliance efforts
Strategically and in a cost-effective manner, assist in the management of and partnership with local counsel in employment litigation matters, including litigation strategy, budgets and invoices, compliance with outside counsel guidelines and work product
Review and provide support to HR on updating employment policies and procedures across the enterprise and keep them current/compliant

What we offer

Complete benefits packages (medical, dental, etc.)
Possibility of enrolling in a defined contribution plan with employer contributions or a stock purchase plan
Employee discounts in stores and with multiple of our partners
Paid time off plan including vacation, sick days and personal days
Scholarship program available to the employee and the employee's children
Work in a collaborative, dynamic and high performing team
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and to evolve professionally in a fast-growing company
Hybrid work

Fulltime

Senior Legal Counsel / Responsable Juridique Senior - France & Benelux

Take your career to the next level. As a global consumer products company, P&G i...

Location

France , Paris

Salary:

Not provided

Procter & Gamble

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as a lawyer in an in-house legal department or law firm, preferably supporting consumer goods or retail business clients
Strong foundation and interest in commercial and employment law
Ability to apply legal professional knowledge very practically and strategically, to analyze risks and issues, and propose business-oriented solutions
Excellent legal, analytical and communication skills combined with a strong common sense and ability to work collaboratively with multiple functions in a multinational environment
Master's Degree (Bac+5 or above)
Fluency in French and English. Flemish would be a plus

Job Responsibility

Advise, coach and partner with our Brand and Sales teams on commercial matters and play a key role in protecting and growing the business
Advise, coach and partner with our HR teams on employment and labor matters to ensure compliance and smooth planning and execution of key projects
Collaborate across business and stewardship functions as a trusted partner, building strong connections with senior stakeholders within the organisation and with legal colleagues globally
Deepen your knowledge across multiple legal areas throughout your career including competition, commercial, advertising, consumer protection, employment law and compliance implementation
Collaborate with experts in recognized law firms
Share your expertise and coach others, contributing to the development of the broader organization

What we offer

competitive compensation package reviewed annually
STAR program annual variable bonus
25 days paid annual leave
2 additional days for leave taken outside main holiday period
13 additional rest days (RTT)
Company-granted bridge days (3 days per year)
Employee savings plan with employer contribution after 3 months
Profit-sharing and incentive schemes
Health insurance (mandatory with family coverage)
Partial reimbursement of public transport costs (55%)

Fulltime

Associate Town Counsel – Labor and Employee Relations

Brookline seeks an experienced Associate Town Counsel to join its Legal departme...

Location

United States , Brookline

Salary:

120223.00 - 126758.00 USD / Year

Massachusetts Municipal Association

Expiration Date

July 23, 2026

Requirements

JD
member in good standing of the Massachusetts Bar
minimum of five years of public sector labor and employment law experience
strong knowledge of Chapter 150E, civil service law, and state and federal employment statutes is preferred
excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills

Job Responsibility

providing legal guidance to department heads, Human Resources, and senior leadership on matters including collective bargaining, disciplinary actions, grievances, arbitrations, and employment litigation
representing the Town before state and federal agencies, labor arbitrators, and in court

What we offer

medical insurance
dental insurance
life insurance
long-term disability insurance
four weeks of annual vacation
access to continuing legal education and professional development opportunities

Fulltime

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