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Newell Brands · 5 days ago

Labor and Employment Counsel

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands. They are seeking an experienced Labor and Employment Counsel to provide legal, administrative, and operational support while ensuring compliance with labor and employment laws across the organization.

ConsumerConsumer GoodsFashionHardwareManufacturing

Responsibilities

Support Newell’s Labor and Employment Legal Strategy under the direction of the Director, Labor and Employment

Provide legal guidance to colleagues in Human Resources and other key business partners regarding all substantive employment law areas as directed by the Director, Labor and Employment

Assist with providing employment legal advice in a broad range of employment related matters, including employee relations, leaves, accommodations, wage and hour, immigration, and protective covenants

Draft and counsel on employment-related documents, including contracts, offer letters, agreements and position statements

Keep abreast of and address compliance and issues of interpretation under federal, state and local employment laws including the Age Discrimination In Employment Act, Older Workers Benefit Protection Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, Title VII, and Paid Leave

Assist with employment law-related projects, including process reviews, new policy creation and implementation, and creation and delivery of training programs

Provide support on employment-related pre-litigation and litigation

Oversee outside counsel as needed

Monitor legislation, regulations, case law, and government oversight activities relating to employment issues and provide proactive, strategic advice to the relevant partners

Maintain and keep up-to-date expert knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and pending legislation

Build close relationships with personnel

Provide sound business judgment, confidence, a sense of ownership, drive, comfort making tough calls where the answer is not clear, and an aptitude to learn quickly the nuances of the businesses

Demonstrate Newell’s Values of Integrity, Leadership, Ownership, Teamwork and Passion for Winning in all aspects of performance

Qualification

LaborEmployment LawLegal AdviceLitigation ExperienceAnalytical SkillsProject ManagementCommunication SkillsCollaborationDecision MakingDetail-orientedSelf-starter