General Counsel – Employment / HR Focus

Base pay range$250,000.00/yr - $412,000.00/yrOverviewOur client is seeking a skilled attorney to join their HR team. This role offers the opportunity to apply deep legal expertise in a dynamic business environment, supporting our operations and helping grow international and domestic business initiatives.ResponsibilitiesProvide in-house legal counsel on a wide range of employment-related matters, including terminations, counseling decisions, wage and hour compliance, workers’ compensation, unemployment claims, employee benefits, immigration, employment agreements, leave and accommodation requests, grievances, arbitrations, and employment litigation.Conduct and/or manage internal investigations; advise and coach managers on compliance with employment laws and HR policies.Resolve complex employee relations issues effectively, managing relationships and costs with outside counsel when necessary.Respond to HR complaints, administrative charges, and employment lawsuits, strategically minimizing risk and business disruption.Monitor and interpret employment laws across multiple states, providing recommendations and guidance to leadership regarding regulatory changes and policy implications.Update and maintain the Employee Handbook and HR policies, advising HR and executives on emerging risks, policy decisions, and mitigation strategies.Perform other legal and HR-related duties as assigned.QualificationsJuris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Active membership in good standing of the CA bar required.Minimum of 7 years’ experience in employment law, with at least 3 years in a national law firm preferred.Strong knowledge of federal and state labor and employment laws and regulations (e.g., ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, NLRA). Multi-jurisdictional employment expertise preferred.Experience providing counsel directly to management and HR teams.Excellent organizational, analytical, and multi-tasking skills; able to manage complex issues across multiple locations.Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills; proactive in providing counsel to business partners.Sound judgment and the ability to make clear, reasoned recommendations while identifying key stakeholders for communication.Willingness to expand expertise beyond labor and employment law to address routine contentious matters and broader litigation pensation note: Base salary $250,000 - $275,000 (commensurate with experience).Compensation$250,000 - $275,000 base salary (commensurate with experience)40% - 50% bonus, and equity opportunities (based on experience and company performance)Medical, dental, and vision insurancePaid vacation, holidays, and sick leaveWhy Addison Group?Pay: We negotiate high salaries using US Bureau of Labor StatisticsBenefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonusesPermanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Administrative job openings lead to potential permanent employmentConnections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizationsOptions: You are presented multiple employment options near your homeProfessional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiationAddison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.Seniority levelExecutiveEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionLegal and Human ResourcesIndustriesBanking and Financial Services #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17