Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment

MITRE; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

MITRE is seeking a qualified attorney to join the Office of General Counsel in a role focusing on employment law, workplace investigations, and compliance across federal, state, and local regulations. You will advise Human Resources, assist with litigation, and help shape policies to mitigate risk while supporting MITRE’s mission.

The position requires a Juris Doctor from an accredited school, Virginia bar admission or eligibility, and at least two years of practicing attorney experience;

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• At least 2 years of experience as a practicing attorney.
• Member of the state bar in good standing.
• Practicing attorney licensed to practice in VA, or able to get limited corporate counsel admission
• Experience in internal and external investigations and employment matters.
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• On-site work requirement: 5 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to HR on employment-related matters, including investigations, benefits, performance management, and terminations.
• Advise on compliance with employment laws at federal, state, and local levels.
• Assist in managing employment-related litigation and EEOC matters.
• Support MITRE policies, procedures, and training to mitigate risk.
• Collaborate with Chief Employment Counsel on workforce initiatives.
• Work with MITRE leaders on contracts and risk resolution.

Skills

Juris Doctor

Licensed attorney

Employment law

Investigations experience

Communication skills

On-site availability

Education

Juris Doctor from accredited law school

Tools

BAR admission VA

Job description

At MITRE, your passion fuels work that impacts our nation and improves lives. This is where your skills strengthen national security, cybersecurity, health, transportation, and citizen services. We’re a nonprofit engineering, applied research, and advanced technology organization working in the public interest. With objectivity and integrity at our core, we lead federally funded research and development centers for U.S. government agencies – collaborating with industry and academia to deliver integrated, high-impact solutions that advance our nation’s health, security, and prosperity. Our people tackle the toughest technical challenges, supported by competitive benefits, meaningful career development, and a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. Choose MITRE for a career with purpose — and help shape the future.

MITRE’s Office of General Counsel advances the company’s mission and purpose by providing the legal expertise and services needed to protect the company's interests. The Office delivers strategic direction for current and new endeavors and executes functions essential to the company's ongoing operations. Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, Employment, Litigation, and Compliance Lead, this position provides advice and support across a broad range of corporate matters, with particular emphasis on employment law, workplace investigations, benefits and employment related disputes.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel to Human Resources on employment-related matters including benefits, employee relations issues, workplace investigations, performance management, and terminations.
• Advise on compliance with federal, state and local employment and labor laws, including discrimination, harassment, wage and hour requirements, leave and accommodation obligations, and other workplace regulations.
• Assist in managing employment-related litigation and administrative agency matters, including EEOC charges and demand letters.
• Support and implementation of MITRE’s policies, procedures, and training programs to promote compliance and mitigate legal risk.
• Collaborate and assist the Chief Employment Counsel with workforce initiatives and enterprise workforce actions.
• Work closely with other MITRE leaders, attorneys, and internal project leaders to support new growth initiatives, strategic relationships, and mitigate financial and legal risks.
• Work extensively with MITRE team members and leaders on federal, state, and commercial contracts, and general legal matters. Identify, track, mitigate, and resolve risk issues; and exercise independent judgment and discretion in solving complex legal- and business-related issues.
• Promote FFRDC roles and values through knowledge training and education.

Basic Qualifications:

• Typically requires a minimum of 3 years of related experience
• Juris Doctor from accredited law school;
• At least 2 years of experience as a practicing attorney;
• Member of the state bar in good standing;
• Practicing attorney licensed to practice in VA, or able to get limited corporate counsel admission
• Demonstrated experience in conducting and providing legal advice related to internal and external investigations;
• Demonstrated experience in workplace and/or employment investigations;
• Demonstrated ability to make informed decisions, manage workload, and meet deadlines;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to function productively in a fast-paced environment; and
• Excellent attention to detail.
• This position has an on-site requirement of 5 days a week

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience in a regional or national law firm
• Knowledge of ERISA and other employee benefit laws and regulations and/or federal, state and local tax laws and regulations;
• Demonstrated experience advising clients on compliance with conflicts of interest regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ability to exercise independent judgement and effectively engage with staff, customers, and vendors at all levels on federal and commercial contracts, leases, and general legal matters
• Demonstrated successful business negotiation experience
• Excellent customer service skills with ability to initiate and foster collaborative relationships both internally and externally

This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):

None

This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):

Not Applicable

Salary compensation range and midpoint:

$101,000 - $126,500 - $152,000 Annual

Work Location Type:

Onsite

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.

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