[solidcore] is seeking an experienced employment and regulatory lawyer. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with HR and other departments to address legal issues and ensure alignment with business goals. He/she will have experience ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including laws related to discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, and leaves of absence.
Located in vibrant Arlington, Virginia, and reporting to the Vice President of Legal, this is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing, investor-backed organization with a desire to be the leader in the studio fitness space.
Responsibilities:
Provide day to day advice on a broad range of employment issues, including HR practices, performance management, terminations, recruiting, hiring, compensation and benefits, wage and hour, and labor relations
Work with HR to help manage and respond to employee relations issues, investigations and disciplinary actions
Recommend, implement and continuously improve employment law related training
Review, draft, and update company policies, including employment agreements, separation agreements, and HR policies
Take lead role in assessing risk, overseeing and managing all aspects of employment related administrative charges
Draft responses to government agencies, as needed
Manage and supervise outside counsel, as needed
Assist in managing responses to subpoenas and document requests
Qualifications:
JD or equivalent and admission into at least one US state bar
Ability to forge relationships quickly, and earn the confidence and cooperation of your business partners
Experience in employment and labor disputes
Ability to work proactively, independently and reliably under tight timeframes in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to tackle matters outside area of expertiseStrong analytical capabilities and judgment
Excellent knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations (including ADA, ADEA, FMLA, CFRA, FLSA, etc.)
Ability to think strategically and make recommendations for process improvement and drive matters to favorable outcomes