Interim Assistant General Counsel, Employment (2 Days Hybrid Atlanta) Position Available In Fulton, Georgia

Interim Assistant General Counsel, Employment (2 Days Hybrid Atlanta) 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars Atlanta, GA Major, Lindsey & Africa’s Interim Legal Talent group has an immediate need for a fulltime Interim Assistant General Counsel, Employment (2 Days Hybrid, Atlanta). 4+

Months Overview:

Our client is seeking a fulltime Interim Assistant General Counsel, Employment (2 Days Hybrid, Atlanta) for 40 hours per week.

Company:

Large National Retailer Experience:

5+ years’ experience in employment law, counseling/advising on employee relations matters, and managing employment litigation matters

Location:

2 Days per week Hybrid in Atlanta, Georgia (near Battery). Tuesdays/Wednesday in

Office Responsibilities Include:

Provide legal advice to business and functional partners regarding the risks related to all aspects of human capital management, including recruiting, hiring, managing and disciplining employees, based on applicable employment laws and regulations, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, EPA, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, FCRA, and state labor and wage laws. Ability to advise off-the-cuff on Employment Law matters that come up with the workforce. Strong familiarity with state and federal labor and employment laws and regulations. Experience independently handling EEOC, OSHA and other employment agency matters, including drafting of position statements and mediating claims. Managing a portfolio of employment litigation, including management of outside counsel, development of strategy, setting budgets, review of pleadings, facilitating discovery, and optimizing case resolutions. Counseling business and risk partners regarding policies, procedures and templates to account for applicable employment laws and regulatory requirements. 40% Employment Law Advisory, 30% Managing Portfolio of Employment Litigation, 30% Benefits and Compensation.

Qualifications Include:

5+ years experience in the employment law space supporting a blue collar workforce. Retail, Manufacturing, or Distribution Industry experience. J.D. degree and membership in good standing in at least one state bar. Ability to visit office in Atlanta, Georgia on Tuesday and Wednesdays. All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration. Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws. #mlainterim