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Woodward, Inc. · 2 days ago

Sr. Counsel Aerospace - Employment

Colorado, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$113K/yr - $181K/yr

5+ years exp

Woodward, Inc. is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members and is seeking a Senior Counsel for their Aerospace segment. This role involves providing legal advisory services on labor and employment matters, ensuring compliance with laws, and mentoring junior legal staff.

Consumer Goods

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Legal Advisory Services: provide expert legal advice and guidance to various departments within Woodward’s Aerospace segment on labor and employment matters, ensuring that all business activities comply with applicable laws and regulations. This includes managing Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and other state employment agency claims

Risk Assessment and Mitigation: identify potential legal risks associated with business operations and develop strategies to minimize exposure to litigation and regulatory issues. This includes identifying and mitigating risks related to protected leave, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance and accommodations, and other applicable employment-related federal and state laws and regulations

Regulatory Compliance: oversee Woodward Aerospace Segment’s compliance with relevant employment and labor laws and industry standards, conducting regular audits and implementing necessary policies and procedures

Leadership and Mentorship: provide mentorship and guidance to junior legal staff, foster professional development and ensure the effective functioning of the legal and compliance department

Qualification

EmploymentLabor Legal ExpertiseRegulatory ComplianceRisk ManagementStrategic ThinkingProject ManagementClient Relationship ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipTeam ManagementProblem Solving Ability

Required

A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required

Candidates must be licensed to practice law in the relevant country and jurisdiction(s)

At least five years of experience

Aerospace and/or manufacturing experience

At least three years of experience serving as in-house counsel

Deep employment law expertise

Experience working with unionized labor and advising on and carrying out positive employee relations

Comprehensive knowledge of relevant employment and labor laws, regulations, and legal principles

Deep expertise in managing EEOC and state-level employment agency claims and evaluating employment litigation risks

Proven skills in enhancing existing policies and procedures related to ADA compliance, accommodations, and related to protected leave

Experience with compliance to the National Labor Relations Act

Ability to identify labor-related issues and enhance positive labor relations

Experience with Provincial employment laws, in particular regarding operating within Ontario, Canada

Strong experience in identifying, assessing, and developing strategies to manage legal risks

Proactive approach to addressing risks related to employee relations and workplace accommodations

Ability to contribute to the organization's strategic planning by providing legal insights that align with business objectives

Skilled in communicating complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to stakeholders at all levels

Ability to lead and mentor junior legal staff, fostering a collaborative and productive team environment

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address and resolve legal challenges

Proven track record building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external clients

Ability to manage multiple legal projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks and deliverables

Benefits

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

12 paid holidays, including floating holidays

Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

Paid parental leave

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits

Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

Member referral bonus

Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Voluntary benefits, including:

Home / Auto Insurance discounts

Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Company

Woodward, Inc.

Glassdoor3.6

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets.

Founded in 1870

Fort Collins, CO, US

10001+ employees