In-House Employment Attorney

1 week ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States McCormack Schreiber Legal Search Full time

Position Overview:

Our client, a prominent global organization, is seeking an experienced employment attorney to join their dynamic legal team as Counsel. The successful candidate will possess substantial experience in employment litigation and/or advisory roles, ideally with a minimum of five years in the field, and will be eager to contribute to a progressive and sophisticated corporate environment.

Key Features:

· Engage in complex employment matters within a forward-thinking company

· Collaborate closely with senior leadership, including the Chief Legal Officer and Chief Human Resources Officer

· Enjoy a supportive and collegial workplace culture

· Benefit from a hybrid work model that promotes a healthy work/life balance

Core Responsibilities:

· Deliver strategic legal guidance on a wide array of employment issues, encompassing compensation and benefits, employment policies, restrictive covenants, terminations, and matters related to discrimination and harassment

· Work in partnership with HR to assess legal risks and address global employment and ethical concerns

· Draft, review, and negotiate various employment-related agreements and contracts

· Manage employment claims and litigation processes

· Oversee the annual employee compliance program and certification processes

· Assist with internal investigations and respond to inquiries related to employment

· Conduct proactive risk assessments to identify compliance and labor-related risks

Essential Qualifications:

· A minimum of five years of experience in employment litigation and/or advisory roles, preferably gained in a reputable law firm or corporate legal department

· Proficiency in drafting and negotiating employment-related contracts

· Comprehensive understanding of both state and federal employment regulations

Location:

Chicago, IL (Hybrid); local candidates are preferred.

About McCormack Schreiber Legal Search:

As Chicago's premier legal search firm, McCormack Schreiber Legal Search utilizes over 26 years of expertise in the local legal market to connect attorneys and paralegals with new career opportunities, while also assisting employers in finding top-tier legal talent.



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