Senior Counsel

Summary

Join Great Minds as a Senior Counsel-Employment, reporting to the General Counsel. You will provide crucial legal counsel on employment law matters to business leaders and HR. This role requires balancing business needs with legal compliance, mitigating risks, and ensuring a fair employee experience. You will advise on various employment aspects, develop compliance policies, manage investigations, and offer strategic guidance on business initiatives. The position is full-time, with remote options and a competitive salary range of $152,000-$168,000. Location options include Metro Atlanta and DC Metro Area.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience practicing employment law in a multi-state environment
• Deep knowledge of federal, state, and local labor and employment laws
• Strong business acumen with the ability to provide pragmatic, solutions-oriented legal advice
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Excellent judgment, analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership

Responsibilities

• Advise leadership, human resources, and other stakeholders on employment law matters, including hiring, performance management, compensation, accommodations, terminations, and workplace investigations
• Develop and implement scalable policies, processes, and programs that ensure compliance with federal, state and local employment laws
• Partner with HR and business teams to proactively identify and address employment law risks, ensuring consistency and fairness in employee-related decisions
• Manage and resolve internal employment-related escalations, investigations, and disputes, collaborating with external counsel as needed
• Provide strategic guidance on employment-related aspects of business initiatives, including M&A due diligence and workforce restructuring
• Track and analyze employment law developments, advising leadership on key risks, trends, and compliance obligations

Benefits

• Remote work option
• Salary range: $152,000-$168,000