The Metropolitan Museum of Art · 1 day ago
Associate General Counsel
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$215K/yr - $245K/yr
5+ years expThe Metropolitan Museum of Art is a renowned institution dedicated to art and culture, seeking an Associate General Counsel to provide legal services focused on labor and employment issues. The role involves advising on various HR activities, conducting internal investigations, and ensuring compliance with legal standards.
ArtAssociationE-CommerceEventsMuseums and Historical SitesNon Profit
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide legal counsel and representation to the Museum on employment and other personnel-related matters
Advise HR on internal investigations of legal or policy violations, including discrimination allegations. Supervise outside investigators where applicable
Advise on leaves of absence and accommodations issues
Advise on general employment and personnel matters including: hiring, promotions, performance management, discipline, discharge, and reorganizations
Provide counsel and coordinate response to internal and external audits, investigations, discovery, and subpoenas
Provide counsel for and administer the Museum’s J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa program
Review independent contractor, internship, fellowship, and research scholar arrangements
Draft, review, and revise contracts
Supervise outside counsel on employment litigation matters. Respond to agency charges and other litigation matters, as assigned
Research, draft, and advise on Human Resource policies
Provide advice and counsel on labor, benefits, visa, and classification matters, as assigned
Develop and present training
Keep apprised of new developments and best practices in the field
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Law degree required
Admitted to New York Bar or eligible to waive in
Eligibility to serve as an Alternate Responsible Officer for the Museum's J-1 Exchange Visitor program
5 years' legal practice experience in Labor & Employment law at a major law firm and/or in-house
Experience responding to administrative agency charges and investigations
Employment litigation experience
Strong familiarity with major employment laws, including Title VII, ADEA, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, and state and local law equivalents
Excellent writing and public speaking skills
Sound judgment and a strong work ethic
Interest in working as part of a team
Commitment to collegiality and consistent positive engagement across the institution
Preferred
Significant counseling experience preferred, particularly in a unionized setting
Experience in traditional labor law (NLRA) matters strongly preferred
Familiarity with benefits and immigration laws a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
403(b) basic retirement plan and optional matching retirement plan with an outstanding employer match
Considerable paid time off, including annual leave, sick leave, and 13 Museum holidays
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account (pre-tax income for eligible health care expenses)
Commuter benefits (pre-tax income for parking or mass transit expenses)
Free financial-planning services
Financial assistance for relevant coursework, seminars, and training programs
25% discount for staff in Museum shops
A subsidized staff cafeteria
Access to the Museums Council pass, which grants free admission to various museums and cultural institutions
Company
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, also known as The Met, presents over 5,000 years of art from around the world for everyone to experience and enjoy.
1001-5000 employees
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