Allstate · 2 months ago
Employment Counsel - Hybrid (IL, AZ, TX, NC)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$93K/yr - $166K/yr
5+ years expAllstate Insurance Co. is a leader in protecting families and their belongings from life's uncertainties. The Employment Counsel provides legal advice in all areas of employment law and collaborates with business units to address workplace legal issues and risk management.
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Responsibilities
Provide advice and counsel to human resources and business units regarding a wide range of employment laws including joint employment, wage and hour, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, OWBPA, OSHA, Title VII, and WARN, company policies and practices
Drafting and responding to cease and desist letters related to employment, non-compete, or confidentiality disputes
Manage complex pre-litigation/arbitration and provide cost oversight
Provide complex training to HR on various employment law issues, terminations, reductions in force, etc
Provide advice and counsel to human resources and business units to drive sound workplace practices and business outcomes, including consultation with outside counsel as needed to address employees globally, including employees located in Canada, India, Mexico, and Northern Ireland
Manage attorney demand letters, arbitrations, and other forms of dispute handling; participate in mediation/settlement conferences and prepare/review settlement papers as appropriate
Review and revise responses for agency complaints and requests
Review assigned matters and develop strategies
Evaluate use of outside counsel
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (Required)
Licensed to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction
5 or more years of experience
Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in the full MS Office Suite
Strong budget management skills with the ability to allocate and track resources effectively
Highly developed analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex information and provide actionable insights
Effective communication skills with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly and concisely
Extensive knowledge and experience litigating and/or managing employment law matters
Strong research skills with the ability to synthesize legal, regulatory, and business information
Exceptional time management skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands and meet deadlines
Proven team collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively across functions
Strong leadership collaboration skills, partnering seamlessly with senior leaders to support strategic initiatives
Company
Allstate
Allstate is an insurance company that offers car, home, and life insurance services. It is a sub-organization of Allstate.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2024-06-24Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2014-01-13Post Ipo Equity
1993-06-11IPO
Leadership Team
Jonathan Adkisson
SVP & General Manager - Direct Distribution
Guy Hill
Executive Vice President, Product Management
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