Responsibilities
- Deliver legal guidance on workforce issues such as hiring, performance reviews, corrective actions, dismissals, and workforce reductions
- Maintain adherence to U.S. federal, state, and local employment laws, and international regulations where applicable
- Prepare, evaluate, and revise employment contracts, offer letters, independent contractor agreements, workplace policies, and employee handbooks
- Support resolution of employee concerns and interpersonal workplace conflicts
- Supervise external legal counsel and coordinate defense in employment-related legal disputes
- Conduct impartial investigations into workplace complaints and allegations
- Collaborate with Human Resources and Governance, Risk, & Compliance teams to roll out compliance training and implement policies
- Track developments in labor and employment legislation and suggest proactive adjustments to internal practices
- Assist with mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence and post-deal integration, focusing on personnel-related considerations
