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repsol · 2 days ago

SR. LEGAL COUNSEL, LABOR & EMPLOYMENT

Houston

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Repsol Services Company is looking to add an attorney to its Legal Department to support various U.S. operations with respect to labor and employment matters. The role involves significant counseling and training, preparing labor and employment documents, and managing claims and litigation.

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Responsibilities

Counsel and provide legal support regarding the full scope of labor and employment issues, including but not limited to those related to the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Employee Retirement Income Security Act, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, Occupational Safety and Health Act, Title VII, analogous state laws, workers compensation, and record-keeping obligations

Prepare and update a variety of labor and employment documents and materials, including company policies, handbooks, and training materials, and negotiate employment, severance, and other relevant agreements

Assist in implementing and maintaining welfare benefit plans and pension plans for Company employees

Assist internal mobility team and outside counsel as necessary to obtain work authorizations for personnel to be seconded to the Company

Proactively make recommendations to protect the Company's interests and to manage changing circumstances in the Company’s business

Advise regarding developments in applicable legislation, regulations, and caselaw

Interact with relevant federal and state agencies, such as the EEOC and the Texas Workforce Commission, as needed

Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures and identify areas for improvement

Support internal labor and employment investigations

Diligently manage pending claims and litigation and supervise outside counsel

Monitor and oversee outside counsel fees and expenses and work product to maintain cost- effective and quality external support

Interface on relevant legal matters with colleagues in the United States and abroad

Work effectively on culturally diverse teams to achieve business goals and objectives

Work collaboratively with other departments and disciplines within Repsol to ensure issues are examined from all necessary angles

Other relevant duties as assigned

Qualification

Juris Doctor degreeLicense to practice lawLaborEmployment lawsConflict resolution trainingNegotiation skillsAnalytical skillsAttention to detailInterpersonal skills