Global Employment & Labor Counsel

Audibel; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 126,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance and disability coverage

Paid time off & holidays

Hearing aid benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Starkey, a global leader in hearing solutions, seeks an Employment & Labor Counsel in Eden Prairie, MN. You will lead employment and labor initiatives across the enterprise, with a focus on litigation management, compliance, training, and compensation/benefits matters.

You will partner with Human Resources and senior leaders to drive governance strategies and a compliant, high-performing workplace. Domestic and international experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney with at least four years handling labor and employment issues.
• Labor and employment counseling experience required.
• Prior law firm experience; in-house experience a plus.
• Experience with international employee populations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Counsels on federal, state and international employment laws (e.g., Title VII, ADA, FMLA, NLRA).
• Advise on compliance, investigations, training and audits with GC and Compliance Officer.
• Support HR leadership and global governance initiatives.
• Manage severance programs and employment-related disputes.
• Manage EEOC charges, labor arbitrations, and state equivalents.
• Develop programs and guidelines aligned with company values and objectives.

Skills

Effective communication

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Multi-tasking

Education

Licensed attorney (JD)

Job description

Starkey, a global leader in hearing solutions, seeks an Employment & Labor Counsel in Eden Prairie, MN. You will lead employment and labor initiatives across the enterprise, with a focus on litigation management, compliance, training, and compensation/benefits matters.

You will partner with Human Resources and senior leaders to drive governance strategies and a compliant, high-performing workplace. Domestic and international experience is valued.