Senior Counsel, Employment and Labor Law

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: April 19, 2024

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:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Nearest Major Market: Atlanta

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