Director Litigation and Employment

Material Handling Resources, LLC; Brentwood, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance after

401k match

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

GEODIS seeks a Director of Litigation and Employment to lead the company’s employment-law and litigation strategy across subsidiaries. You will counsel on ADA, ADEA, Title VII, FMLA, FLSA, OFCCP, NLRA, ERISA and related issues, while directing outside counsel and managing litigation risk in alignment with executive priorities.

You will oversee pre-litigation work, EEOC and agency charges, labor relations, and regulatory compliance programs, partnering with senior leaders to reduce risk and

Qualifications

• 5 years of legal experience with expertise in litigation (employment and labor relations)
• J.D. required; active bar membership in good standing; Tennessee bar admission if not held, reciprocity considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide counsel on employment laws company-wide (ADA, ADEA, Title VII, FMLA, FLSA, OFCCP, WARN Act, NLRA, ERISA) and issues like benefits, immigration, background checks, and drug testing.
• Litigation management: assess, respond to EEOC/state/local charges; manage outside counsel; develop strategies and processes for litigation and other legal matters.
• Draft pleadings, responses, and settlement agreements; supervise pre-litigation activities; review outside counsel invoices for efficiency and compliance.

Skills

Litigation management

Regulatory compliance

Executive communication

Risk assessment

Education

J.D.

Job description

Director Litigation and Employment

Who We Are

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)

• Employment Law Counsel & Compliance
• Provide counsel on employment laws Company-wide (including subsidiaries), including, ADA, ADEA, Title VII, 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.
• Litigation Management & Strategy
• 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
• 401k match
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs
• Employee discounts
• Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app
• Free financial wellness programs
• Daycare discount program
• Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community
• + more!