What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Attorney position at HirefinderRPO?
We are seeking a dedicated In-House Employment/HR Lawyer to provide legal counsel on all employment matters within our organization. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in employment law, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Responsibilities:
- Provide advice and legal counsel to management on employment laws, regulations, and best practices.
- Review, draft, and revise company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Make recommendations to the Executive Team and coordinate with outside counsel in any employment litigation matters.
- Navigate and make recommendations to the Executive Team regarding the resolution of employee disputes and complaints.
- Assist in negotiating and drafting employment contracts, severance agreements, and other employment-related documents.
- Advise the Executive Team on disciplinary matters, terminations, and other sensitive employment issues.
- Conduct training sessions for HR, management, and employees on employment laws and policies.
- Stay current on changes to employment laws and regulations and inform the necessary parties of any changes that could impact the business.
- Work closely with HR and management to strategically plan for potential legal impacts of proposed business changes.
- Update and maintain the employee manual as needed.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree and Florida Bar License.
- Five to ten years of proven experience as an Employment Lawyer, preferably for a corporation or business.
- Extensive knowledge of employment laws and legal procedures.
- Experience in employee complaints/disputes, dispute resolution, and litigation processes.
- Strong negotiation skills and the ability to interpret and explain legal language.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret laws and regulations, and provide practical legal advice to the company.
- Excellent communication skills to articulate complex legal concepts to non-legal colleagues, negotiate contracts, and represent the company in any disputes or legal proceedings.
- Organizational skills to manage multiple matters simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
- Attention to detail to ensure all legal documents, contracts, and advice are accurate and compliant with the law.
- Interpersonal skills to build relationships with internal stakeholders, external counsels, and regulatory bodies.
- Strategic thinking and judgment to help the company avoid potential legal problems and risks.
The structure, hours, and salary are flexible and dependent upon the specific arrangement.
