Old National Bank · 16 hours ago
Counsel
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$78K/yr - $153K/yr
5+ years expOld National Bank is a regional powerhouse with a commitment to serving clients and communities. The Counsel role focuses on providing legal services related to labor and employment law, supporting the Company's People Team and advising business leaders on various legal matters.
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Responsibilities
Takes a leading role to advise Company’s People Team on various labor and employment topics, including employment handbooks, policies and procedures, background screening, team member relations, performance management, workforce reductions and terminations, internal investigations, leaves of absence and disability accommodations, compensation and benefits, discrimination, and harassment and retaliation
Monitor significant labor and employment regulations, legislation, court decisions, and government enforcement activities and provide strategic recommendations for changes to Company practices
Advise Company’s business leaders and management teams regarding labor and employment lawsuit avoidance strategies as well as risk management, compliance, and operational inquiries
Handle employment litigation, including conducting investigations and preparing responses to claims arising under Title VII, the ADEA, the ADA, as well as claims filed with the EEOC and state agencies
Assist with the development and implementation of employment policies, procedures, agreements, and separation strategies that support workforce planning, talent retention, and organizational objectives
Oversee the Company’s response to employment-related disputes by developing strategic resolutions that minimize risk and litigation costs
Manage outside counsel on employment litigation matters
Coordinate and work on various legal projects as determined by senior legal leadership
Support other areas of the Company as needed or requested
Qualification
Required
Five + years' experience practicing law full-time working in a legal department of a medium or large financial institution, or with a major law firm
Admitted to practice, and in good standing with the bar of one of the states in our footprint, with preference given to Illinois, Indiana or Minnesota, or qualified to be registered to practice as in-house counsel in the applicable state
Ability to apply sound legal analysis and practical business judgment to legal matters
Ability to consult with and advise Company's management at all levels
Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to deliver timely, high quality work product
Ability to work within a team environment
Ability to work in-office within Company's footprint and preferably in our Chicago, Evansville, Indianapolis, or Minneapolis/St. Paul markets
Preferred
Knowledge of federal and applicable state laws and regulations relating to labor and employment
Familiarity with claims filed with the EEOC and state agencies
Experience with complex multi-state labor and employment issues
Experience with compensation and benefits at the team member and executive level
Ability to develop strategic resolutions that minimize risk and litigation costs
Ability to effectively communicate legal advice and engage with lines of business consistent with the Company's culture and business strategy
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401K
Continuing education opportunities
Employee assistance program
Company
Old National Bank
Old National Bank is a regional bank providing you with additional provides account choices, expanded convenience, and greater control.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Old National Bank has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (4)
2024 (5)
2023 (5)
2022 (5)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$400M2024-11-25Post Ipo Equity· $400M
1984-12-04IPO
Leadership Team
James Sandgren
CEO - Commercial Banking
Timothy Burke
President & Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2026-01-03
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