Employment Law - General Attorney / Litigation - Labor & Employment Attorney in Seattle, WA

In-House

Seattle, WA

Employment Law - General Attorney / Litigation - Labor & Employment Attorney in Seattle, WA

Attorney

Min 8 yrs required

No

Job Title:
Sr. Legal Counsel, Labor & Employment

Job Responsibilities:
- Provide legal advice on employment compliance issues including workplace conduct, hiring, leaves and accommodations, investigations, disciplinary actions, separations, and employee relations.
- Balance business needs with risk mitigation.
- Develop expertise to support company locations in various states.
- Handle litigation strategy, EEOC responses, and communications with government agencies.
- Support regulatory and compliance matters such as EEOC, OFCCP, AAPs, and EEO-1 reporting.
- Participate with Legal and Human Resources leadership teams to develop employee relations strategies and scalable processes as the company grows.

Education and Experience Information:
- 8+ years of legal experience in employment and labor law advice, handling employment litigation cases, and defending agency actions, either with a law firm or in-house legal department.
- Juris Doctor from an accredited . college or university.
- Membership in at least one . state bar; must obtain admission to the Washington State bar after hire.
- Ability to work efficiently and independently, with clear communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Capability to react calmly and appropriately to situations requiring quick response or turnaround.
- Ability to maintain productive work relationships and provide legal advice directly to clients at all levels.
- Must earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
- Must be a . citizen or national, . permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the . as a refugee or granted asylum.

Salary Information:
- Compensation range for WA applicants: $177,,. Other site ranges may differ.

Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance.
- Paid parental leave, short and long-term disability.
- 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
- Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
- Discretionary bonus to reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results.
- Eligibility for benefits varies by role type; please check with a recruiter for a comprehensive list of benefits available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Company is committed to being an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse workforce. The company hires and promotes based on qualifications, performance, and abilities, supporting a workplace fostering trust, equality, and teamwork. Company provides equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other employment terms, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. The company considers qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable laws such as the Washington Fair Chance Act and the California Fair Chance Act.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation:
Applicants wishing to receive information on the company's Affirmative Action Plans or requiring reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process should contact .

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