Mhrweb
Vice President Associate General Counsel (Litigation and Employment)
Mhrweb, Brentwood, Tennessee, United States, 37027
Vice President Associate General Counsel (Litigation and Employment)
Who We Are: GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider (3PL), we power
A Better Way to Deliver
for the world's top brands and manufacturers. Fuel your career with GEODIS and discover endless growth opportunities. Your role on the team: Provide counsel on employment laws Company-wide (including subsidiaries), including ADA, ADEA, Title VII, FMLA, FLSA, OFCCP, WARN Act, NLRA, and ERISA, and issues such as benefits, immigration, labor unions, severance, releases, non-competition agreements, background checks, drug testing, etc. Assess and respond to EEOC, state, and local agency employment-related charges. Draft pleadings, responses, correspondence, and settlement agreements in employment and commercial litigation. Assess and quantify risk for employment and commercial litigation. Direct outside counsel and manage employment litigation, commercial litigation, and labor arbitrations. Develop and implement legal strategies and processes for employment and commercial litigation, and other legal matters. Resolve or prosecute litigation efficiently and effectively, in alignment with executive leaders and company strategy. Advise executives within the Company and collaborate with employees across all business units. Examine current Company employment and labor practices and stay updated on legal changes and trends. Develop and deliver training on labor, employment, risk mitigation, and privacy topics. Identify and implement policy and process improvements. Track and report KPIs related to litigation spend and outcomes. Review and approve outside counsel invoices for efficiency and compliance. Handle traditional labor matters, including arbitrations, NLRB litigation, and labor campaign legal advice. Support Law Department staff on employment, labor, ethics, or privacy projects. Provide advice on regulatory and compliance issues. Manage various projects and deadlines. Perform pre-litigation work to minimize risks and protect legal rights. Conduct investigations and communicate legal risks to executive staff. What you need: 5+ years of legal experience, especially in employment and labor relations litigation Strong report writing and correspondence skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Law license in Tennessee or eligibility for reciprocity Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects Common sense application and instruction execution Experience with project management principles Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills Clear verbal and written communication skills Self-motivated team player Preferred qualifications: Experience in third-party logistics industry Knowledge of benefits, immigration, federal contract compliance, and workers’ compensation Experience with global employment laws, especially in Canada, Mexico, and Brazil Benefits of joining our team: Early wage access via Rain app Free telemedical services from FirstStop Health Health, dental, vision insurance after 30 days 401k match Paid maternity and paternity leave Career development, ERGs, mentorship programs Employee discounts and perks Community volunteering opportunities Join our Team! Visit
workatGEODIS.com
and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie. OR Text
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to
88300
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Who We Are: GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider (3PL), we power
A Better Way to Deliver
for the world's top brands and manufacturers. Fuel your career with GEODIS and discover endless growth opportunities. Your role on the team: Provide counsel on employment laws Company-wide (including subsidiaries), including ADA, ADEA, Title VII, FMLA, FLSA, OFCCP, WARN Act, NLRA, and ERISA, and issues such as benefits, immigration, labor unions, severance, releases, non-competition agreements, background checks, drug testing, etc. Assess and respond to EEOC, state, and local agency employment-related charges. Draft pleadings, responses, correspondence, and settlement agreements in employment and commercial litigation. Assess and quantify risk for employment and commercial litigation. Direct outside counsel and manage employment litigation, commercial litigation, and labor arbitrations. Develop and implement legal strategies and processes for employment and commercial litigation, and other legal matters. Resolve or prosecute litigation efficiently and effectively, in alignment with executive leaders and company strategy. Advise executives within the Company and collaborate with employees across all business units. Examine current Company employment and labor practices and stay updated on legal changes and trends. Develop and deliver training on labor, employment, risk mitigation, and privacy topics. Identify and implement policy and process improvements. Track and report KPIs related to litigation spend and outcomes. Review and approve outside counsel invoices for efficiency and compliance. Handle traditional labor matters, including arbitrations, NLRB litigation, and labor campaign legal advice. Support Law Department staff on employment, labor, ethics, or privacy projects. Provide advice on regulatory and compliance issues. Manage various projects and deadlines. Perform pre-litigation work to minimize risks and protect legal rights. Conduct investigations and communicate legal risks to executive staff. What you need: 5+ years of legal experience, especially in employment and labor relations litigation Strong report writing and correspondence skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Law license in Tennessee or eligibility for reciprocity Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects Common sense application and instruction execution Experience with project management principles Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills Clear verbal and written communication skills Self-motivated team player Preferred qualifications: Experience in third-party logistics industry Knowledge of benefits, immigration, federal contract compliance, and workers’ compensation Experience with global employment laws, especially in Canada, Mexico, and Brazil Benefits of joining our team: Early wage access via Rain app Free telemedical services from FirstStop Health Health, dental, vision insurance after 30 days 401k match Paid maternity and paternity leave Career development, ERGs, mentorship programs Employee discounts and perks Community volunteering opportunities Join our Team! Visit
workatGEODIS.com
and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie. OR Text
DELIVER
to
88300
to
Apply
#J-18808-Ljbffr