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Assistant General Counsel 2 – Employment Law
Truist. Support senior Legal Department professionals, business leaders, Human Resources partners, and risk stakeholders on employment-law issues throughout the employee lifecycle .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in employment law, providing legal counsel on various employment-related issues while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Capable of managing litigation and administrative claims, conducting legal research, and collaborating effectively with business partners and Human Resources.
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Juris Doctorate DegreeLicensed To Practice Law5 Years Post-Bar ExperienceEmployment Law ExperienceLegal Research Skills
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Hard Skills
Employment LawLitigation ManagementLegal ResearchDocument PreparationAnalytical Skills
Soft Skills
Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationTime Management SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving Skills
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Office
Certifications & Qualifications
Licensed To Practice Law
Industry Keywords
Federal Employment LawsState Employment LawsComplianceFinancial ServicesRegulatory Developments
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support senior Legal Department professionals, business leaders, Human Resources partners, and risk stakeholders on employment-law issues throughout the employee lifecycle
- Provide counsel on recruiting, hiring, compensation, performance management, employee relations, leave and accommodation issues, wage and hour compliance, restrictive covenants, repayment obligations, and workplace investigations
- Manage employment litigation and administrative claims
- Partner with outside counsel on case strategy, discovery, budgets, and efficient resolutions
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments
- Conduct legal research and develop guidance for business partners
- Collaborate with Human Resources to promote compliance with employment laws and regulations
- Provide support to Legal Department attorneys and lines of business with limited supervision
- Assess legal risk and provide legal advice on routine matters
- Analyze legislation, regulations, and case law affecting the company and banking industry
- Prepare and/or review routine documents and instruments
- Represent the company in transactions, litigation, bankruptcy matters, or alternative dispute resolutions as applicable
- Develop an initial area of specialization supporting lines of business
- Provide ad hoc work direction and leadership to legal staff
- Provide day-to-day guidance and informal oversight to a paralegal supporting the Employment Law team
Requirements
What you’ll need- Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school
- Licensed to practice law in good standing
- 5 years of post-bar experience in a law firm, government, and/or corporate settings
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize matters and utilize time management skills
- Ability to handle a heavy workload, manage stress effectively, and meet critical deadlines
- Team-oriented mentality and excellent interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products
- 3+ years of employment-law experience preferred
- Knowledge of federal and state employment laws preferred
- Experience advising employers and handling employment litigation, administrative charges, investigations, or employment-related disputes preferred
- Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills preferred
- Strong judgment and problem-solving skills preferred
- Ability to collaborate with attorneys, Human Resources professionals, and business partners preferred
- Experience in financial services or another large, highly regulated organization is a plus
- In-house employment-law experience is a plus
- English language fluency required
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment coverage
- Tax-preferred savings accounts
- 401k plan
- At least 10 days of vacation during the first year of employment (prorated)
- 10 sick days (prorated)
- Paid holidays
- Defined benefit pension plan (position/division dependent)
- Restricted stock units (position/division dependent)
- Deferred compensation plan (position/division dependent)