Senior Labor Attorney

2 weeks ago

Dallas, Texas, United States American Airlines Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director, Senior Attorney to join our in-house legal team at American Airlines. As a key member of our labor and employment law team, you will provide counsel, advice, and legal support on employment and labor law issues that arise from the day-to-day operations of American Airlines, Inc.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide practical, compliant, and strategic legal support and counsel to Company leaders to ensure compliance with employment and labor laws.
  • Function as a labor and employment subject matter expert, including staying current in all applicable legal areas such as Railway Labor Act, Title VII, ADA, FMLA and state and local employment laws, including state and local wage and hour laws.
  • Provide practical, compliant, and strategic legal advice and counsel to Labor Relations, People Business Partners, and Operations leadership on a full range of Railway Labor Act issues, including on administration of multiple collective bargaining agreements.
  • Work closely with Labor Relations, People Business Partners, and Operations leadership on issues related to contract interpretation, grievances and arbitrations, and performance management, and assists the business with developing legally compliant, yet practical solutions to employment-related issues.
  • Support labor agreement negotiations.
  • Serve as lead counsel in labor arbitrations.
  • Strategically and in a cost-effective manner, manage and partner with outside counsel in litigation matters.
Requirements
  • Demonstrates the highest level of ethics and integrity.
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school, excellent academic record, and active member in good standing in at least one State bar.
  • At least five (5) years of successful experience practicing labor and/or employment law, preferably at a national law firm and/or in-house.
  • Strong command of employment and labor laws, regulations, and best practices, including experience with collective bargaining agreements.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in collaborating with company executives, including People Business Partners, Labor Relations, and union leadership, in the context of a unionized workforce.
  • Experience handling or advising on grievance and arbitrations, first chair arbitration experience and experience with Railway Labor Act.
What We Offer

As a member of the American Airlines team, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including travel perks, health benefits, wellness programs, and a 401(k) program. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are a motivated and experienced attorney looking for a new challenge, please submit your application.

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