Senior Counsel, Employment and Labor Law
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: April 19, 2024
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Job Description:
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is
one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire
and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable,
metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire
products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies
assembled products, contractor equipment and hand tools. We are
proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition
reimbursement, and unlimited growth opportunities. Our nearly seven
decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our
determination to developing innovative systems and solutions,
exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the wellbeing of
our communities. How will you power what's possible?
Location:Atlanta BatteryLong DescriptionSouthwire is seeking to
hire an experienced employment and labor law attorney. The Senior
Counsel position is responsible for providing advice and counsel to
the Company on a broad range of employment and labor legal issues
and managing disputes against Southwire and its affiliated and
subsidiary companies. The Senior Counsel will be part of a team of
legal professionals with a mission to deliver top-quality,
strategic and cost-conscious legal solutions to business issues,
leveraging technology to increase efficiency and drive value to the
organization. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, proactive partner
who can support a wide assortment of day-to-day needs and long-term
projects.Key Responsibilities --- Provide sound legal advice and
counsel to Southwire in complex U.S. and international employment
and labor law matters affecting day-to-day operations by assisting,
advising, investigating, researching and resolving legal and
business matters. --- Manage employment and labor disputes,
including lawsuits and complaints filed with federal, state, and
local agencies. --- Assist in the development and implementation of
People and Culture processes and policies to address company needs
and legal requirements. --- Support the Total Rewards Team
responsible for health & welfare, retirement and compensation
benefits. --- Conduct Merger & Acquisition Employment and Labor Law
Due Diligence and Integration --- Lead, support and advise on
workplace investigations. --- Draft and negotiate various
employment related agreements. --- Partner with the business to
assess legal risks and develop strategic solutions to protect the
Company's interests; Ensure key information is communicated to
necessary stakeholders. --- Effectively oversee outside counsel,
including developing strategies which align with and achieve the
Company's strategic business objectives, coordinating with the
appropriate Southwire subject matter experts, and defining the
Company's desired outcomes. --- Manage a high-volume of legal
projects.Long DescriptionQualifications and Experience ---
Doctorate, Juris Doctorate from U.S. accredited law school ---
State bar membership in good standing in at least one state --- 10+
yrs related experience, Employment and Labor Law --- Outstanding
communication skills (both oral and written) --- Excellent
interpersonal skills --- Ability to meet deadlines, possess
pragmatic business judgment, work independently and collaboratively
and efficiently under time pressure.Required Education, Experience,
and Skills Minimum Education Level: Doctorate Specialized Degree:
Juris Doctorate from U.S. law school Certificates: State bar
membership in good standing in at least one state. Years of
Experience: 10+ Field of Expertise: Employment and Labor LawOther
Preferred Skills, Licenses, & Certificates: Outstanding
communication skills (both oral and written); Excellent
interpersonal skills; Ability to meet deadlines; possess pragmatic
business judgment; work independently and collaboratively and
efficiently under time pressure Reports To (Supervisor Title): SVP,
Deputy General Counsel Does this role Manage Southwire Team
Members: No Geography Scope: All Locations Travel: Domestic % of
Time: Up to 25%Workplace Setting: Hybrid (2-3 days a week On Site)
Location: Battery ATL, GA OR HQ Carrollton, GACompetenciesDrives
ResultsBusiness InsightsValues DifferencesManages
ComplexityCommunicates EffectivelyManages AmbiguityBenefits We
Offer:
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