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Toyota Material Handling · 23 hours ago

Employment Law Counsel

Greene, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$119K/yr - $169K/yr

3+ years exp

Toyota Material Handling is seeking an Employment Law Counsel to manage a broad range of employment law matters. The role involves advising on compliance with labor laws, drafting and reviewing employment policies, and representing internal clients in various legal disputes.

Autonomous VehiclesIndustrialIndustrial AutomationIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing

Responsibilities

Provide legal support and advise human resource professionals throughout the U.S. and Canada on federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations

Day-to-day operational advice on general employment law best practices

Draft and review HR materials, including employment agreements, handbooks, workplace policies, and other HR-related forms

Represent internal clients in disputes involving discrimination, retaliation, harassment, and wage claims

Conduct internal investigations and provide risk mitigation strategies

Develop and provide engaging training on compliance, workplace conduct and associated best practices, and informative and regular sessions on emerging legal issues for HR professionals

Manage docket of cases and claims in litigation and administrative proceedings, including: Hire, coordinate, and hold accountable a network of outside counsel to achieve best results for the company in pending matters

Coordinate with insurers

Attend and lead case/claim investigations, prepare corporate witnesses for depositions and/or interviews, attend settlement conferences/mediations, and attend trials

Manage outside counsel billing to ensure billing appropriate and within budget

Proficient in document management systems and e-billing software with the ability to maintain organized case and claim files

Qualification

Juris Doctor (J.D.)Employment law expertiseLitigation experienceDocument management systemsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaborationSelf-motivated

Required

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

3+ years legal practice experience in litigation and employment law

Strong knowledge of litigation and employment law

Ability to communicate legal concepts effectively to business stakeholders and executive leadership

Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment as a team member while also contributing independently

Excellent and succinct verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in document management systems and e-billing software with the ability to maintain organized case and claim files

Ability to travel up to 25%

Preferred

Experience in the material handling, manufacturing, or distribution industries

Self-motivated with high energy and the ability to excel in a role with a high-volume of work

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Performance Bonus

Generous Paid Time Off and 13 Paid Holidays

Affordable Medical plans and no-cost Dental & Vision options

100% 401(k) match up to 6%

Company-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance

Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs

Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development

Onsite Fitness Center & Occupational Health Clinic

Best in class work culture!

Company

Toyota Material Handling

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Toyota Material Handling offers a full line of material handling products proudly assembled in the United States, including forklifts, reach trucks, order pickers, pallet jacks, container handlers, automated guided vehicles, and tow tractors, along with aerial work platforms, fleet management services, and advanced automation engineering and design.

Founded in 1990

Columbus, Indiana, USA

1001-5000 employees