Sr Attorney, Employment Law

4 weeks ago


Houston, United States Crown Castle Inc Full time

Position Title: Attorney (P3) or Senior Attorney (P4) * - Employment Law

* Grade level will be determined commensurate with experience

Company Summary

Crown Castle is the nation's largest provider of shared communications infrastructure: towers, small cells and fiber. It all works together to meet unprecedented demand-connecting people and communities and transforming the way we do business. Whenever you make a call, track a workout or stream music and videos, we're the ones providing the communications infrastructure that makes it all possible. From 5G and the internet of things to drones, autonomous vehicles and AR/VR, we enable the technologies that help people stay safe, connected and ready for the future. Crown Castle is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (CCI), is part of the S&P 500 and is one of the largest Real Estate Investment Trusts in the US.

We offer a total benefits package and professional growth development for teammates in any stage of their career. Along with caring for our teammates, we're an active member in the communities where we live, work and do business. We have a responsibility to give back, which we do through our Connected by Good program. Giving back allows us to improve public spaces where people connect, promote public safety and advance access to education and technology.

Role

This Attorney has responsibility for employment, employment litigation, commercial and tort litigation, and other disputes. More specifically, they will be responsible for providing legal counsel and risk assessment regarding employment law matters, as well as compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws covering all aspects of the business located across the U.S. The Attorney serves as legal support for a variety of business professionals, such as senior management, in addition to managing outside counsel and developing litigation strategy for general litigation matters.

Responsibilities

* Provide daily advice and counsel to Crown Castle regarding legal compliance and risk avoidance with respect to employment matters.
* Manage litigation (including employment litigation), by engaging in tasks such as responding to attorney demand letters, negotiating resolution of claims, and making recommendations to relevant business partners on resolution.
* Oversee and manage outside counsel on litigation matters to develop strategy for litigation and to ensure high-quality, cost-effective services.
* Monitor changes to federal, state, and local employment laws and provide advice about necessary changes.
* Review and revise employment policies, procedures, and trainings to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
* Participate in cross-functional teams to provide legal guidance and support for company-wide initiatives.
* Develop and conduct training for internal business clients regarding employment law matters.
* Respond to legal inquiries, assisting Crown personnel with regard to legal issues as needed.
* Draft and review legal documents.
* Assist in the interpretation of contract documents and in the resolution of disputes related to contract terms.
* Provide support for collections matters, including assistance in structuring and improving procedures and practices for collection of receivables, and support in collections efforts.

Education/Certifications

* Bachelor's Degree
* Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials.
* Attorney's License and admission to a state bar, in good standing, or the ability to register as in-house counsel.
* Specific experience with California employment law a plus.

Experience/Minimum Requirements

* Between 5 or more years of related legal experience

Expectations

* Excellent verbal and written communication with an ability to provide sound, clear legal advice to business partners
* Strong problem-solving skills, judgment, and strategic thinking.
* Ability to analyze problems and propose a course of action.
* Strong understanding of federal employment laws and experience with multi-state employment laws.
* Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously.
* Comfortable with working independently and self-managing projects.
* Ability to work with individuals of diverse background, personalities, and opinions.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Organizational Relationship

Reports to: Associate General Counsel

Title(s) of direct reports (if applicable): N/A or Legal Assistant

Working Conditions: This role falls into our hybrid work model working in the office on Monday through Thursday. On Fridays, teammates on the hybrid schedule will have the option to work from the office or home. There is an expectation of collaboration with teammates and stakeholders for moments that matter that could require travel.


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