Employment Law - General Attorney in Seattle, WA

Public Interest

Seattle, WA

Employment Law - General Attorney in Seattle, WA

Attorney

15-20 yrs required

No

Job Title:
Senior Associate General Counsel, Labor & Employment

Job Responsibilities:
The Senior Associate General Counsel, Labor & Employment, will provide comprehensive legal advice and counsel on labor and employment matters for the organization. Key responsibilities include:

- Legal Advice and Compliance:
- Offer high-level legal advice on labor and employment laws and ensure organizational compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Develop and implement policies to mitigate legal risks.
- Provide training on labor and employment matters as necessary.

- HR and Business Partnering:
- Collaborate with the Human Resources team, including the Vice President, HR Business Partners, HR Directors, and the Leaves & Accommodations team, to address labor and employment issues.
- Provide strategic legal support on issues such as employee discipline, workforce planning, compensation, benefits, and organizational change.

- Executive Leadership Advice and Counsel:
- Offer sensitive and confidential labor and employment advice to executive leadership, including the President & Director, Vice Presidents, and the Board of Directors.

- Investigations:
- Advise on internal investigations related to labor and employment matters.
- Manage external investigators.

- Employment Litigation and Agency Complaints:
- Oversee employment-related litigation and pre-litigation matters.
- Draft responses for state and federal agency complaints.
- Coordinate with outside counsel and liaise with insurance carriers.

- Labor Relations:
- Advise on labor relations, including collective bargaining and union relations.
- Assist in developing labor relations strategies.

- Employment Agreements:
- Draft and advise on various employment agreements.

- Faculty Matters:
- Provide advice on labor and employment issues related to Faculty policies.

- Policy Development and Management:
- Develop and update personnel policies in collaboration with the Policies & Practices Manager.

- International Advice and Counsel:
- Provide legal advice for international programs in Uganda and South Africa.
- Manage in-country outside counsel.

- Out-of-State and International Remote Work:
- Advise on labor and employment laws for remote work in other states and abroad.

- Collaboration and Oversight Within OGC:
- Work with other attorneys on legal matters and oversee their work on labor and employment issues.

- Oversight of HR Compliance:
- Collaborate with HR Compliance Manager and HR Operations on compliance matters.

Education and Experience Information:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the Washington State Bar Association or eligibility to gain such admission.
- 15-20 years of experience in labor and employment law, particularly in-house for a scientific research and/or clinical organization or similar experience in a law firm.
- Experience collaborating with HR and senior leaders.
- Proven track record in managing complex employment litigation.
- Experience managing outside counsel, investigators, and insurance carriers.
- Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and writing skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple priorities.
- High ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in scientific research and clinical environments.
- Experience with international employment law issues.
- Experience managing attorneys and legal staff.

Salary Information:
The annual base salary range for this position is from $219,606 to $386,173, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.

The organization provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, and partially paid sabbatical leave.

Additional Information:
The organization is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. They do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. They prioritize referrals of protected veterans. Assistance or reasonable accommodation requests during the application process can be directed to Human Resources.