Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)
Assistant Counsel, Personnel and Litigation
Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI), Chevy Chase, Maryland, United States, 20815
The Assistant Counsel, Personnel & Litigation provides legal advice, counsel, and support on employment, employee benefits, and litigation matters affecting HHMI’s operations and activities. The role contributes informed, practical, and timely legal guidance across the full employment lifecycle, employee benefits administration, and litigation support, while balancing organizational risk and advancing HHMI’s mission, strategic priorities, and operational goals.**What we offer:**
A varied and engaging in-house practice that spans employment law, benefits, and litigation, with the ability to collaborate closely with colleagues across the organization. Support for continuing legal education and professional development, with opportunities to deepen expertise.
Advise HHMI’s Total Rewards team on ERISA, PPACA, HIPAA, and other laws governing employee retirement and welfare benefit plans and benefits administration. Draft and review benefits-related documents, including plan documents, vendor agreements, and related materials. Contribute to the development and improvement of Office of the General Counsel processes and procedures related to personnel, benefits, and litigation matters.Maintain current knowledge of legal developments relevant to HHMI through continuing legal education and participation in professional and bar associations. A minimum of three years of experience practicing law in a law firm or in a corporate, nonprofit, or government legal department, with required experience in employment law and litigation.ERISA and employee benefits experience preferred. Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills. The ability and willingness to manage a variety of matters across a broad range of substantive areas and to learn new areas quickly. **Application Instructions:**
To apply, please submit a resume and a brief, one-page cover letter stating how your qualifications and experience match the requirements, and how your experience will support HHMI in its mission. **Applications without a cover letter will not be considered**.**Physical Requirements**:
Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet). Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis. This job description sets forth the job’s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word “may,” the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are “essential functions” of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. #LI-EG1Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is an independent, ever-evolving philanthropy that supports basic biomedical scientists and educators with the potential for transformative impact. We make long-term investments in people, not just projects, because we believe in the power of individuals to make breakthroughs over time. **Why HHMI**To move science forward we need a diverse collection of talents, expertise, and backgrounds in scientific research and science education, as well as communications, finance, human resources, information technology, investments, law, and operations.At HHMI, we encourage collaborative and results-driven working styles and offer an adaptable environment where employees can do their best work.What makes us strong is the diversity of our perspectives. page. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A varied and engaging in-house practice that spans employment law, benefits, and litigation, with the ability to collaborate closely with colleagues across the organization. Support for continuing legal education and professional development, with opportunities to deepen expertise.
Advise HHMI’s Total Rewards team on ERISA, PPACA, HIPAA, and other laws governing employee retirement and welfare benefit plans and benefits administration. Draft and review benefits-related documents, including plan documents, vendor agreements, and related materials. Contribute to the development and improvement of Office of the General Counsel processes and procedures related to personnel, benefits, and litigation matters.Maintain current knowledge of legal developments relevant to HHMI through continuing legal education and participation in professional and bar associations. A minimum of three years of experience practicing law in a law firm or in a corporate, nonprofit, or government legal department, with required experience in employment law and litigation.ERISA and employee benefits experience preferred. Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills. The ability and willingness to manage a variety of matters across a broad range of substantive areas and to learn new areas quickly. **Application Instructions:**
To apply, please submit a resume and a brief, one-page cover letter stating how your qualifications and experience match the requirements, and how your experience will support HHMI in its mission. **Applications without a cover letter will not be considered**.**Physical Requirements**:
Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet). Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis. This job description sets forth the job’s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word “may,” the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are “essential functions” of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. #LI-EG1Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is an independent, ever-evolving philanthropy that supports basic biomedical scientists and educators with the potential for transformative impact. We make long-term investments in people, not just projects, because we believe in the power of individuals to make breakthroughs over time. **Why HHMI**To move science forward we need a diverse collection of talents, expertise, and backgrounds in scientific research and science education, as well as communications, finance, human resources, information technology, investments, law, and operations.At HHMI, we encourage collaborative and results-driven working styles and offer an adaptable environment where employees can do their best work.What makes us strong is the diversity of our perspectives. page. #J-18808-Ljbffr