Attorney

CONFIDENTIAL SEARCHIn-House Counsel – Employment Practices, Litigation & ComplianceLocation: Confidential | On-siteReports to: Executive Leadership / General CounselPOSITION OVERVIEWA privately held, multi-location organization is seeking an experienced In-House Employment Counsel to serve as a strategic legal partner across employee relations, litigation management, HR compliance, and workforce risk. This role provides practical, business-oriented legal guidance to executive leadership, HR, and field operations while overseeing employment-related litigation and compliance initiatives nationwide.The ideal candidate brings deep employment law expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to balance legal risk with operational realities in a fast-paced environment.CORE RESPONSIBILITIESEmployment Law & HR AdvisoryProvide day-to-day legal guidance on employee relations, disciplinary actions, terminations, wage and hour issues, leave administration, accommodations, and workplace investigations.Interpret and apply federal, state, and local employment laws across multiple jurisdictions.Review, draft, and maintain employment policies, handbooks, agreements, and HR practices.Litigation & Claims ManagementManage employment-related litigation, administrative charges, and disputes, including coordination with outside counsel.Oversee agency matters involving EEOC, DOL, OSHA, and state regulatory bodies.Support internal investigations and develop mitigation strategies to reduce exposure.Compliance & Risk ManagementLead employment compliance initiatives and proactive risk assessments.Monitor regulatory developments and advise leadership on emerging risks.Develop and deliver training to leadership and HR teams on employment law and compliance best practices.Field & Business PartnershipAct as a trusted legal advisor to field leadership and operational teams.Travel as needed to support investigations, hearings, or high-risk employee matters.Collaborate cross-functionally to align legal strategy with business objectives.Succession Planning & Workforce StrategyAdvise executive leadership on succession planning, executive transitions, and workforce restructuring from a legal and compliance perspective.Support the development of employment agreements, confidentiality provisions, and post-employment restrictions.QUALIFICATIONSJuris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.5–10+ years of employment law experience, preferably in an in-house or hybrid role.Strong background in managing employment litigation and agency matters.Experience supporting multi-state or multi-location operations strongly preferred.Exceptional judgment, communication, and stakeholder management skills.