Employment Associate General Counsel

Job Overview:

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel – Employment to provide expert legal guidance on global employment law matters. This role will involve providing counsel on multi-jurisdictional issues related to employment law, developing workplace policies, handling workplace grievances, managing litigation, and collaborating with legal and business teams across the firm.

Location:

• Atlanta, Georgia

Duties:

• Act as a primary legal resource for business leaders and HR professionals on employment-related issues across multiple jurisdictions.

• Provide legal support for the development of workplace policies and processes related to compensation, benefits, conduct, discipline, and performance.

• Draft various employee and partner agreements, including offer letters, employment contracts, independent contractor agreements, and partnership agreements.

• Provide counsel on workplace-related grievances, pre-litigation claims, and litigation, including investigations, risk assessments, issue resolution, and proactive issue prevention.

• Select and manage outside counsel, ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines.

• Collaborate with professionals from across the firm to leverage specialist expertise.

• Identify, design, and implement improvements in legal processes that align with the firm’s strategy and market best practices.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legal issues through continuous legal education and professional association involvement.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

• Admission to the state bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in employment counseling and litigation, with experience in a law firm or in-house environment.

• Extensive knowledge of U.S. employment laws and regulations and related claims/litigation; international experience is a plus.

• Proven experience conducting and supervising internal investigations, including managing electronic discovery.

• Expertise in drafting employment-related agreements and policies.

• Experience managing litigation and overseeing external counsel.

• Strong leadership skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments.

• Exceptional communication and critical thinking skills, with the ability to solve complex problems creatively.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, maintaining a calm and organized approach under pressure.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited institution.

Certifications:

• Admission to the state bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills:

• Expertise in U.S. employment law and regulations.

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.

• Proficiency in drafting complex employment-related documents and policies.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong project management capabilities.

• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across departments and stakeholders.

• Critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with merit-based bonuses and raises.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and a health savings account.

• 401(k) plan with profit-sharing opportunities.

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program.

Very prestigious Atlanta law firm with some of the best and the brightest talent in the city.