Director Litigation and Employment

Geodi; Brentwood (TN); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Rain wage access

Telemedical access

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Career development and mentorship

Wellness and fitness perks

Volunteer opportunities

Résumé du poste

GEODIS, a leading global logistics provider, seeks an experienced employment and labor litigation attorney in Brentwood, TN. The role focuses on employment law counsel across the company and its subsidiaries, regulatory compliance, and managing outside counsel for complex litigation.

The candidate will assess risks, respond to agency charges, and develop proactive legal strategies to support executive leadership and business partners across all units. A JD and active bar status are required.

Qualifications

• 5 years of legal experience with expertise in litigation (employment and labor relations).
• J.D. required; active bar membership in good standing in at least one state. Tennessee bar admission required if not already held.

Responsabilités

• Provide counsel on employment laws Company-wide (including subsidiaries).
• Examine current employment and labor practices; keep abreast of changes in law and trends.
• Advises on regulatory and compliance matters.
• Assess and respond to EEOC, state, and local agency employment-related charges.
• Direct outside counsel and manage employment litigation, commercial litigation, and labor arbitrations.
• Develop and implement legal strategies and processes for employment and commercial litigation and other legal matters.

Connaissances

Litigation

Employment Law

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Assessment

Training

Formation

J.D. (Doctor of Law)

Description du poste

GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider (3PL), we power A Better Way to Deliver for the world's top brands and manufacturers. Fuel your career with GEODIS and discover endless growth opportunities.

Your role on the team: (job description)

• Provide counsel on employment laws Company-wide (including subsidiaries), including, ADA, ADEA, Title VI, FMLA, FLSA, OFCCP, WARN Act, NLRA, and ERISA, and issues such as benefits, immigration, labor unions, severance, releases, non-competition agreements, background checks, drug testing, etc.
• Examine current Company employment and labor practices and keep abreast of changes in law and trends.
• Advises on regulatory and compliance matters.
• Assess and respond to EEOC, state, and local agency employment-related charges.
• Assess and quantify risk for employment and commercial litigation.
• Draft pleadings, responses, correspondence, and settlement agreements in employment and commercial litigation
• Direct outside counsel and manage employment litigation, commercial litigation, and labor arbitrations.
• Develop and implement legal strategies and processes for employment and commercial litigation, and other legal matters.
• Resolve or prosecute litigation efficiently and effectively, in alignment with executive leaders and company strategy.
• Performs pre-litigation work to minimize risks and maximize legal rights.
• Labor Relations
• Advise and handle traditional labor matters, including labor arbitrations, NLRB litigation, and legal advice relating to labor campaigns
• Business Partnership & Advisory
• Advises executives within the Company and works alongside employees in all business units.
• Effectively communicates legal risks with executive staff.
• Provide direction and support to Law Department staff assisting on employment, labor, ethics, or privacy projects.
• Training, Process & Program Management
• Develop and deliver labor, employment, risk mitigation, and privacy training and updates.
• Identify and implement policy and process improvements
• KPI tracking and reporting relating to litigation spend and outcomes.
• Review and approve outside counsel invoices for efficiency and compliance with company guidelines.

What you need: (requirements)

• 5 years of legal experience with expertise in litigation (particularly employment and labor relations)
• J.D. required; active bar membership in good standing in at least one state. Tennessee bar admission required if not already held — reciprocity process can be considered.

What you gain from joining our team: (benefits)

• Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app.
• Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through FirstStop Health available first day of employment!
• Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs
• Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app
• Free financial wellness programsOpportunities to volunteer and give back to your community
• + more!

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