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Schwan's Company · 6 hours ago

Senior Corporate Counsel, Labor & Employment

positionHopkins, MN
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$135K/yr - $226K/yr
date7+ years exp

Schwan's Company is seeking a talented Senior Corporate Counsel – Labor & Employment to join our Legal team. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to HR and business leaders, providing counsel on labor and employment matters and managing litigation and agency claims.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingRetailWholesale

Responsibilities

Provide day to day counsel to HR and business teams on employment law matters, including hiring, investigations, accommodations, wage & hour, discrimination/harassment, performance management, discipline, and termination
Manage and defend employment-related claims and litigation, including handling agency charges, directing outside counsel, and developing strategy for resolution
Draft and review employment-related documents such as agreements, policies, separations, and compliance procedures, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and company practices
Conduct legal research, analyze complex issues, and deliver practical, business-oriented recommendations
Lead compliance responsibilities including EEO reporting, government contractor requirements, training, and policy development
Oversee immigration-related processes in partnership with outside counsel and internal HR partners

Qualification

Juris DoctorEmployment law experienceLabor law knowledgeLegal researchProject managementAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsRelationship-building skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsPresentation skills

Required

Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to the Minnesota Bar (or ability to obtain MN admission within 6 months)
7+ years of substantive employment law experience from a reputable law firm, in house legal department, or a combination of both handling employment & labor matters
Strong knowledge of federal and state labor and employment laws, with demonstrated experience providing clear, actionable guidance to business partners
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
Proven ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously, work independently, and deliver solutions that balance legal risk with business needs
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, along with demonstrated project management, organization, and presentation skills

Preferred

Experience with a manufacturing environment is a plus

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits
Time off programs
Retirement and financial offerings

Company

Schwan's Company

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Schwan's Company is a food and beverage manufacturing company.
dateFounded in 1952
location
Marshall, Minnesota, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
http://www.schwanscompany.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
Bain Capital Special Situations
2019-05-23Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Dimitrios Smyrnios
Chief Executive Officer
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Bill Reilly, MBA
Senior Vice President, Chief Procurement Officer
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