ACC San Diego - Association of Corporate Counsel · 1 day ago
Assistant Counsel, Personnel & Litigation
Chevy Chase, MD
Contract
Hybrid
Mid Level
$163K/yr - $264K/yr
3+ years expACC San Diego - Association of Corporate Counsel is seeking an Assistant Counsel, Personnel & Litigation to provide legal advice and support on employment, employee benefits, and litigation matters. The role involves delivering practical legal guidance and collaborating with various departments to support the organization's mission and operational goals.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Support Senior Counsel in providing legal advice on all stages of the employment relationship, including hiring, immigration and visa matters, performance management, employee relations issues, and employment separations
Provide in-house legal support for assigned litigation matters
Draft, review, and negotiate separation agreements, staffing agreements, and other employment-related contracts
Advise HHMI’s Total Rewards team on ERISA, PPACA, HIPAA, and other laws governing employee retirement and welfare benefit plans and benefits administration
Draft and review benefits-related documents, including plan documents, vendor agreements, and related materials
Partner with departments across HHMI to deliver practical, timely, and risk-aware legal guidance that supports the Institute’s mission, strategic priorities, and operational goals
Contribute to the development and improvement of Office of the General Counsel processes and procedures related to personnel, benefits, and litigation matters
Maintain current knowledge of legal developments relevant to HHMI through continuing legal education and participation in professional and bar associations
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
Active membership in good standing with an established bar required
A minimum of three years of experience practicing law in a law firm or in a corporate, nonprofit, or government legal department, with required experience in employment law and litigation
Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
The ability and willingness to manage a variety of matters across a broad range of substantive areas and to learn new areas quickly
A demonstrated commitment to high ethical standards and professionalism
Desire to learn about, facilitate, and take pride in the work of HHMI's scientists and grantees
Preferred
ERISA and employee benefits experience preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare
Generous retirement contributions
Paid leave
Additional programs that support well-being and professional development
Company
ACC San Diego - Association of Corporate Counsel
As the leading in-house counsel association in San Diego, ACC San Diego promotes the interests of in-house counsel across the region through the sharing of information, education, networking, and advocacy, while demonstrating innovation and leadership for the benefit of the profession.
Founded in 1992San Diego, California, US
2-10 employees
Funding
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