Description
As West Shore Home’s in-house Employment Attorney, you will serve as a subject matter expert regarding employment-related matters, handle various types of employment-related disputes, draft employment related policies and procedures, amongst other Legal responsibilities. This trusted advisor will provide counsel to the Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, and Executive teams, and people leaders throughout the business. The Employment Counsel will also draft employment related policies and procedures and handle various types of employment-related disputes, among other responsibilities.
** This is an onsite position in Mechanicsburg, PA that offers relocation assistance **
Key Role Accountabilities
- Identify and assesses legal risks and opportunities within the employment area and advise accordingly to ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws, rules, regulations, and policies.
- Provide counsel and advice on employment related matters, including but not limited to employee relations issues; discipline and terminations; FMLA, ADA, and PWFA leave and accommodation requests; wage and hour laws; leave and sick laws; workers’ compensation, unemployment compensation, and other claims; compensation plans; employee benefits; job postings; offers of employment; employment agreements; separation agreements; and other matters related to the onboarding and offboarding of employees.
- Handle and/or participate in employment related proceedings, hearings, litigation, mediations, and arbitrations, including handling the responses to subpoenas and other document requests.
- Draft employment related policies and procedures, agreements, and compensation plans. Review Role Descriptions for compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
- Supervise outside counsel on employment related matters, including litigation.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- JD degree from an accredited law school.
- Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and in good standing or admitted to practice within a reciprocity state and in good standing.
- Minimum of 7 years substantive employment experience with a corporate legal department or law firm handling employment matters before federal courts, state courts, and administrative agencies.
- Excellent working knowledge of state and federal employment laws and regulations, including but not limited to ADA, ADEA, FMLA, PWFA, FLSA, etc.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health Insurance options (Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Life, Critical Illness, Short and Long-Term Disability)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
- HSA plan with company match
- Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Paid training and unlimited professional growth potential
Please note: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of their application on a full-time basis. The Company will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
