Assistant General Counsel - Labor and Employment

Company / Location Information

We are one of the worlds leading manufacturers of water heating and water treatment technologies. We are a $3.9 billion company with 150 years of history and we employ more than 12,000 individuals globally who pride themselves on providing the world with innovative water technology. We are committed to Continuous Improvement, not just in our factories or processes, but in our people

Primary Function

Responsibilities include assisting with the development and execution of department strategies related to labor and employment, benefits, immigration, and other related matters.The Assistant General Counsel shall report to the Associate General Counsel.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary subject matter expert for labor and employment matters and disputes globally
• Develop and implement employment policies to ensure best practices and compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Direct and oversee outside counsel on a variety of labor and employment, benefits, immigration and related matters
• Partner with the Executive, Legal, and HR teams, to provide strategic, business-oriented, employment law guidance for successful execution of Company initiatives
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate
• 5+ yearswork experience

Additional Qualifications:

• High personal integrity and ethical stature, maturity, confidence and ability to credibly interact at a high level with senior management and directors
• Demonstrated high level of organizational and decision-making skills
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed

Education

We Offer

Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short and long term disability programs and tuition assistance.

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