GEICO is seeking an experienced employment lawyer to join its in-house Legal team. The Senior Counsel, Employment Law will partner cross-functionally across geographies and be primarily responsible for ensuring all Company policies, processes and procedures comply with applicable local, state and federal employment laws and regulations, as well as providing counsel and advice to key internal partners and stakeholders on avoiding and mitigating employment risk. This role will partner closely with human resources, finance, and other business teams, while forming part of a collaborative legal department that is valued for its practical advice. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of relevant substantive experience in a large in-house legal department, law firm, government, and/or in-house HR/Employee Relations role. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong judgment, experience advising clients on a wide range of employment compliance matters and risk mitigation strategies, and an eagerness to be involved in a dynamic company.
Qualifications
Primary Responsibilities:
Basic Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Hybrid in office three days a week.
Annual Salary
$162,000.00 - $274,000.00
The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.
At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Benefits
As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:
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