Director, Managing Counsel- Employment Law

3 weeks ago


Pittsburgh PA United States BNY Mellon Full time

Bring your ideas. Make history. 
BNY Mellon offers an exciting array of future-forward careers at the intersection of business, finance, and technology. We are one of the world's top asset management and banking firms that manages trillions of dollars in assets, custody and/or administration. Known as the “bank of banks” - 97% of the world’s top banks work with us as we lead and serve our customers into the new era of digital. 

With over 240 years of rich history and industry firsts, BNY Mellon has been built upon our proven ability to evolve, lead, and drive new ideas at every turn. Today, we’re approximately 50,000 employees across 35 countries with a culture that empowers you to grow, take risks, experiment and be yourself. This is what #LifeAtBNYMellon is all about. 

This role is located in Pittsburgh, PA OR Lake Mary, FL

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: 

As a more experienced attorney, provides specialized, expert employment legal advice and support to a leading global financial services company, including, but not limited to:  providing counsel to all levels of the People Business Partners (“PBP”) team and business or functional area leaders on employment related legal issues; investigating and defending claims and litigations; educating PBPs to mitigate employment law risks; and advising on the creation of best in class employment related programs and policies. 
Viewed as a trusted internal resource capable of using knowledge of BNY Mellon's businesses, products, services and/or strategies to articulate and advance legal positions.  
Must have strong knowledge of federal, state and city employment laws and regulations and, have the ability to expertly advise, counsel and train clients on the same. 
The candidate must have strong employment litigation experience as well as experience in handling charges of discrimination filed with federal, state and city human rights commissions and be able to expertly manage all aspects of litigation, including managing outside counsel, case management and case strategy. 
The candidate must also have strong negotiation skills. 
Must also have background in M&A employment issues and enforcement of restrictive covenants. Also, the candidate must have deep experience drafting and negotiating employment and separation agreements and developing policies, templates and guidance to ensure compliance with various legal and business requirements. 
Must have excellent legal and business judgment, a high degree of discretion, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize workload, adapt to changing conditions and execute with excellence in a complex matrix environment.
The candidate must have the demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and drive them to conclusion in a timely manner.  

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following: 

Advanced Legal Degree or local country equivalent degree usually required. Progression to this level usually requires licensure/certification by the local country or jurisdiction. In some jurisdictions, may not require licensure or certification for placement in the role, in others, licensure/certification is required. 
8-12 years minimum work experience in the practice of employment law as a qualified attorney is preferred. 
Prior corporate legal experience within the financial services industry or experience in assigned practice area (e.g., securities, employment, etc.) with an outside law firm is preferred.

At BNY Mellon, our inclusive culture speaks for itself. Here’s a few of our awards: 

Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies & Top 20 for Diversity and Inclusion 
Bloomberg’s Gender Equality Index (GEI)
Human Rights Campaign Foundation, 100% score Corporate Equality Index
Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion, Disability: IN – 100% score 
100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, Fast Company
CDP’s Climate Change ‘A List’
Forbes Blockchain 50

Our Benefits: 

BNY Mellon offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves that can support you and your family through moments that matter. 

BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.


BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Individuals With Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

Our ambition is to build the best global team – one that is representative and inclusive of the diverse talent, clients and communities we work with and serve – and to empower our team to do their best work. We support wellbeing and a balanced life, and offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies and employee forums.



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