Flowserve Corporation
Company Overview
If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you’re searching for, consider putting your experience in motion at Flowserve. As an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserve’s position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety. Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone! Role Summary
This position will provide pragmatic advice and counsel in a timely and responsive manner on a broad range of employment law issues, including hiring, benefits, employee relations, performance management, discipline, termination, restructuring, leaves of absence, accommodations, EEOC compliance, and wage & hour compliance. The position will also conduct investigations, negotiate dispute resolutions provide internal training and policy development & interpretation, and oversee employment litigation. This position reports to the Associate General Counsel. Responsibilities
Providing strategic legal counsel on and guiding compliance with federal, state, & local employment laws in the US and Canada
Developing, improving, & implementing policies, plans, & practices
Partnering with HR & the business for business-focused solutions that manage risk
Keeping abreast of employment-related legal developments & engaging proactively to drive compliance & implement risk-mitigating strategies
Reviewing & drafting agreements & various employment documentation
Developing trusted partner relationships with stakeholders
Driving & supporting designated projects & workplace initiatives
Developing & delivering training programs
Guiding or conducting internal investigations
Investigating and/or responding to complaints of alleged violations of employment laws
Managing and overseeing external counsel on employment litigation matters
Managing collective bargaining and other labor matters
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Minimum 3 years of relevant attorney experience in the employment law field
Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited university
Must be admitted, active, and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
Strong knowledge of US employment matters, including hiring, benefits, employee relations, discipline, termination, internal investigations, leave of absence and accommodation issues, independent contractors, reductions-in-force, time and attendance, sick pay and pay equity issues, Title VII, ADEA, ADA, FMLA, FLSA
Excellent communication skills (oral and written), including ability to communicate complex information in a short, easy-to-understand format
Excellent interpersonal skills, including a friendly and professional demeanor, cooperative partnership approach, and an ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment with people of many countries and cultures, and at all levels of the organization
Highly organized self-starter proficient at multi-tasking and managing multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
Have a practical, business-oriented approach to problem-solving
Ability to timely and effectively counsel internal clients by providing them with clear, concise, and practical advice, and creative solutions when necessary
Ability to maintain strict confidence and discretion
Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and other applications
Preferred Experience / Skills
Knowledge of Canadian employment laws preferable, but not mandatory
Labor relations experience preferable, but not mandatory
Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Join a company whose people are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone. With 16,000+ employees in 50+ countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. Our team challenges themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services. We support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve. Req ID : R-16551 Job Family Group : Legal Job Family : LE Corporate Counsel EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Flowserve will also not discriminate against an applicant or employee for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing their pay or, in certain circumstances, the pay of their co-workers. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access flowservecareers.com as result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to employment@flowserve.com. In order to quickly respond to your request, please use the words "Accommodation Request" as your subject line of your email. For more information, read the Accessibility Process.
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If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you’re searching for, consider putting your experience in motion at Flowserve. As an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserve’s position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety. Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone! Role Summary
This position will provide pragmatic advice and counsel in a timely and responsive manner on a broad range of employment law issues, including hiring, benefits, employee relations, performance management, discipline, termination, restructuring, leaves of absence, accommodations, EEOC compliance, and wage & hour compliance. The position will also conduct investigations, negotiate dispute resolutions provide internal training and policy development & interpretation, and oversee employment litigation. This position reports to the Associate General Counsel. Responsibilities
Providing strategic legal counsel on and guiding compliance with federal, state, & local employment laws in the US and Canada
Developing, improving, & implementing policies, plans, & practices
Partnering with HR & the business for business-focused solutions that manage risk
Keeping abreast of employment-related legal developments & engaging proactively to drive compliance & implement risk-mitigating strategies
Reviewing & drafting agreements & various employment documentation
Developing trusted partner relationships with stakeholders
Driving & supporting designated projects & workplace initiatives
Developing & delivering training programs
Guiding or conducting internal investigations
Investigating and/or responding to complaints of alleged violations of employment laws
Managing and overseeing external counsel on employment litigation matters
Managing collective bargaining and other labor matters
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Minimum 3 years of relevant attorney experience in the employment law field
Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited university
Must be admitted, active, and in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
Strong knowledge of US employment matters, including hiring, benefits, employee relations, discipline, termination, internal investigations, leave of absence and accommodation issues, independent contractors, reductions-in-force, time and attendance, sick pay and pay equity issues, Title VII, ADEA, ADA, FMLA, FLSA
Excellent communication skills (oral and written), including ability to communicate complex information in a short, easy-to-understand format
Excellent interpersonal skills, including a friendly and professional demeanor, cooperative partnership approach, and an ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment with people of many countries and cultures, and at all levels of the organization
Highly organized self-starter proficient at multi-tasking and managing multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
Have a practical, business-oriented approach to problem-solving
Ability to timely and effectively counsel internal clients by providing them with clear, concise, and practical advice, and creative solutions when necessary
Ability to maintain strict confidence and discretion
Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and other applications
Preferred Experience / Skills
Knowledge of Canadian employment laws preferable, but not mandatory
Labor relations experience preferable, but not mandatory
Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Join a company whose people are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone. With 16,000+ employees in 50+ countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. Our team challenges themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services. We support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve. Req ID : R-16551 Job Family Group : Legal Job Family : LE Corporate Counsel EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Flowserve will also not discriminate against an applicant or employee for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing their pay or, in certain circumstances, the pay of their co-workers. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access flowservecareers.com as result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to employment@flowserve.com. In order to quickly respond to your request, please use the words "Accommodation Request" as your subject line of your email. For more information, read the Accessibility Process.
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