Labor & Employment Attorney

Min 6 yrs required

Full-time

No

Springfield, Missouri
Regular

Attorney - Labor & Employment

Bass Pro Shops, Springfield, Missouri is seeking a Corporate Counsel – Employment to join their legal team. The successful candidate will report directly to the General Counsel and provide legal support to all areas of Bass Pro's business, with a focus on employment and labor law. This is a full-time position with excellent benefits.

Responsibilities:

- Provide day-to-day employment law advice and counseling to HR professionals and internal business partners
- Manage all aspects of employment litigation and agency matters
- Stay current on legislative and regulatory developments related to employment law and advise HR and business partners accordingly
- Review and draft company policies and handbooks to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws
- Assist in developing and delivering training on employment law compliance and best practices
- Represent the company in employment matters before state and federal agencies
- Supervise and manage outside counsel on employment matters, including litigation
- Draft and negotiate employment-related documents such as separation agreements
- Support the existing legal team and take on new or special projects as needed
- Collaborate with other members of the legal team and internal stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives and improvements

Qualifications:

- . from an ABA accredited law school
- Admitted and in good standing in at least one state bar, with the ability to become licensed in-house counsel in Missouri
- Minimum of 6 years' experience in a dedicated employment law practice, preferably in retail or manufacturing industries
- Experience handling employment matters in court and before administrative agencies

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- Strong working knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including Title VII, FMLA, FLSA, and ADA
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to analyze complex legal issues and make sound decisions in a timely manner
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple time-sensitive issues
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to provide advice and counseling to business clients at all levels
- Strategic thinker with the ability to evaluate potential risks to the company
- Practical mindset and ability to balance legal risk with business impact
- Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent team player with adaptability and flexibility

Travel Requirements:

- Limited travel, approximately 5%

Physical Requirements:

- Regular computer work and sitting
- Occasional walking, standing, and lifting

Independent Judgment:

- Responsible for setting strategic direction, goals, and policies for the department
- Makes independent decisions on matters of significance
- Requires high degree of independent judgment and problem-solving skills

Benefits:

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k retirement savings plan
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- Discounts on retail merchandise, restaurants, resorts, and conservation attractions

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Reasonable Accommodations:

- Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws
- If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact .

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Voluntary benefits, 401k Retirement Savings, Paid holidays, Paid vacation, Paid sick time, Bass Pro Cares Fund, and more!

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Legal Advice, Counseling, Litigation, Drafting, Negotiation, Training, Compliance, Risk Assessment, Policy Review, Supervision, Legal Analysis, Communication, Time Management, Strategic Thinking, Interpersonal Skills

J.D. from ABA accredited law school

Interested candidates can apply through the company's website or by emailing their resume to .

Qualification and Experience J.D. from ABA accredited law school, admitted and member in good standing in at least one state bar, minimum 6 years' experience in dedicated employment law practice

Legal