Assistant General Counsel (Labor & Employment)

TL;DR

Assistant General Counsel (Labor & Employment): Managing the labor and employment legal function for North American operations with an accent on US and Canadian employment law compliance, litigation management, and policy development. Focus on providing strategic legal counsel, handling complex employment claims, and ensuring organizational compliance across diverse jurisdictions.

Location: Must be based in the United States

Salary: $125,000 - $175,000 yearly

Company

hirify.global is the world's leading testing, inspection, and certification company, recognized as a global benchmark for sustainability, quality, and integrity.

What you will do

• Provide comprehensive labor and employment counseling regarding US federal/state laws and Canadian provincial/federal regulations.
• Manage employment claims, litigation, and administrative complaints before agencies like the EEOC and DOL.
• Analyze legislation, draft legal documents, and review company policies to mitigate legal liability.
• Advise management on legal matters and collaborate with HR and outside counsel to manage litigation outcomes.
• Oversee internal reporting, tracking, and budgeting for litigated matters.
• Direct paralegals in providing employment-related support and responding to subpoenas.

Requirements

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• 5 to 10 years of experience as a practicing attorney, with a focus on US and Canadian labor and employment law.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one US state (preferably GA, CA, NY, or NJ) and in good standing.
• Advanced analytical, negotiation, and legal reasoning skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and immediate vesting.
• Professional development through online training and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off and family leave.
• Supportive work-life balance initiatives.