Vice President Associate General Counsel

Vice President Associate General Counsel Join GEODIS as Vice President Associate General Counsel, providing strategic legal counsel across the organization, with a focus on litigation and employment matters. Who We Are GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider (3PL), we power "A Better Way to Deliver" for the world's top brands and manufacturers. Fuel your career with GEODIS and discover endless growth opportunities. Responsibilities Provide counsel on employment laws company-wide, including ADA, ADEA, Title VII, FMLA, FLSA, OFCCP, WARN Act, NLRA, and ERISA, and issues such as benefits, immigration, labor unions, severance, releases, non-competition agreements, background checks, drug testing, etc. Assess and respond to EEOC, state, and local agency employment-related charges. Draft pleadings, responses, correspondence, and settlement agreements in employment and commercial litigation. Assess and quantify risk for employment and commercial litigation. Direct outside counsel and manage employment litigation, commercial litigation, and labor arbitrations. Develop and implement legal strategies and processes for employment and commercial litigation, and other legal matters. Resolve or prosecute litigation efficiently and effectively, in alignment with executive leaders and company strategy. Advise executives within the Company and work alongside employees in all business units. Examine current Company employment and labor practices and keep abreast of changes in law and trends. Develop and deliver labor, employment, risk mitigation, and privacy training and updates. Identify and implement policy and process improvements. KPI tracking and reporting relating to litigation spend and outcomes. Review and approve outside counsel invoices for efficiency and compliance with company guidelines. Advise and handle traditional labor matters, including labor arbitrations, NLRB litigation, and legal advice relating to labor campaigns. Provide direction and support to Law Department staff assisting on employment, labor, ethics, or privacy projects. Advise on regulatory and compliance matters. Manage various projects and deadlines. Perform pre-litigation work to minimize risks and maximize legal rights. Conduct investigations. Effectively communicate legal risks with executive staff. Qualifications 5+ years of legal experience with expertise in litigation (particularly employment and labor relations). Ability to write detailed reports and correspondence. PC literate with a command of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. License to practice law in Tennessee or ability to receive reciprocity. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects at once. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to perform duties using project management principles, theories, concepts, and techniques. Superior problem solving, analytical, and organizational skills. Ability to provide clear and direct communications both verbally and in written form. Self‑motivated and able to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Preferred Significant experience with third party logistics industry. Experience in benefits, immigration, federal contract compliance, and/or workers’ compensation. Knowledge or experience in global employment laws or practices (particularly Canada, Mexico and/or Brazil). Benefits Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app. Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through FirstStop Health available first day of employment. Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment. Paid maternity and paternity leave. Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs. Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app. Free financial wellness programs. Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community. + more How to Apply Visit workatGEODIS.com and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie, to fast‑track your way to an interview. Or text DELIVER to 88300 with the message Apply1. Employment Details Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Legal and Other Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage #J-18808-Ljbffr