Assistant General Counsel, Employment - Legal

Freddie Mac; Livingston (NJ); Remote; USD 221,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cloud computing and AI solutions seeks a seasoned Employment Law Advisor in New Jersey. This role involves providing strategic employment law guidance, developing policies, and collaborating with teams to address workforce concerns. A minimum of 10 years of experience and a J.D. degree is required. The position offers a generous salary up to $260,000, comprehensive benefits, and remote work flexibility for eligible candidates.

Benefits

100% paid medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible PTO

Generous 401(k) employer match

Opportunity for career advancement

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant employment law experience.
• Experience at a global tech or publicly-traded company.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice on global employment law matters.
• Develop employment policies and procedures in compliance with laws.
• Conduct legal research on complex employment law issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Employer Industry: Cloud Computing and AI Solutions

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $260,000
- Comprehensive benefits package including 100% paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible PTO and generous 401(k) employer match
- Opportunity for career advancement within a high-growth tech environment
- Collaborative and innovative work culture focused on disruptive technology
- Remote work flexibility for candidates located over 30 miles from an office

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Provide strategic advice on global employment law matters including recruitment, terminations, and employee benefits
- Develop and maintain employment policies and procedures in compliance with evolving laws
- Collaborate with the People team to build trusted partnerships and address workforce concerns
- Conduct legal research on complex employment law issues and monitor relevant legislation
- Efficiently manage outside counsel and support various legal projects as needed

What is Required (Qualifications):
- At least 10 years of relevant employment law experience with a focus on complex global workforce issues
- Substantial in-house experience at a global tech or publicly-traded company
- Deep expertise in employment law with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication and collaboration across diverse groups
- J.D. degree and membership in at least one state bar (New York, New Jersey, California, Washington, or Washington D.C. preferred)

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience in scaling companies within a high-growth tech environment
- Proven ability to challenge and engage constructively with clients and internal teams
- Advanced problem-solving skills with a focus on legal risk mitigation
- Excellent drafting and project management capabilities
- Familiarity with corporate compliance programs and training initiatives

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