Employment Counsel

Kobre & Kim consistently seeks exceptional candidates with the talent to deliver outstanding service that anticipates client needs.

Position Details:

Employment Counsel is a member of the firm’s Legal Team and the head of the firm wide employee relations and compliance function, working in collaboration with senior leadership, business leaders, the General Counsel’s office, outside counsel, and the HR team. This role will provide expertise, advice and guidance to internal stakeholders to ensure the successful investigation and resolution of complex or sensitive employee relations issues, consistent application of workplace policies and procedures and compliance with global employment laws and regulations. Employment Counsel will also draft the firm’s employment policies, oversee employee relations tools and processes, and provide proactive solutions to mitigate legal risks.

Supervisor: General Counsel

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day advice to HR and management on all areas of labor and employment law and global HR policies. 

• Research, review and draft employment-related policies and advise on potential implications of non-compliance.

• Work across multiple business groups to assist employees and managers in resolving issues and grievances.

• Integrate and partner with the General Counsel’s office, outside legal counsel and other members of the Global People team to implement solutions to employment issues.

• Develop and present training programs to HR professionals and management on legislative developments and best practices to mitigate risks.

• Work with the business groups to highlight risks and key trends in employee relations and actively drive training, systems and process improvement.

• Lead efforts in resolving immigration issues in partnership with outside counsel.

• Own annual review of the Employee Handbook and other employment policies and stay abreast of workplace and industry trends to make recommendations for policy changes.

• Provide support on benefits and compensation compliance and other aspects of workplace strategy as needed.

• Other duties as may be assigned by the Global People Officer or General Counsel.

Requirements:

• JD required (NY Bar membership or ability to waive in on motion).

• Demonstrated expertise in all aspects of U.S. employment laws including FMLA, ADA, wage & hour and the ability to partner with outside counsel on global employment law matters.

• Understanding of, and experience with, all core areas of human resource management (staffing, employee relations, performance management, benefits, compensation, diversity and inclusion, compliance).

• Extensive experience conducting, coordinating and handling internal investigations of employment-related complaints.

• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.

• Exercise a high degree of professionalism and diplomacy in interactions with all levels of the organization.

• Demonstrated skill in handling a variety of employee relations matters.

• Excellent follow through skills and the ability to anticipate and address business needs proactively.

• Possess strong work ethic; self-motivated with a desire to take initiative and look for ways to improve processes and create efficiencies.

• Highly adaptable to a fluid and ever-changing work environment

• Experience in leading management training and serving as a coach to managers.

• Desire to be a champion for a positive workplace culture and proven experience in leading organizational change.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to a high standard of professional conduct.

At the time of posting, the salary range for this role is $166,000 (minimum) – $249,000 (maximum). This range is based on a full-time work schedule. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary bonus. The successful candidate’s actual salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications, training, skills, and market data.

Company Description:

Kobre & Kim is a conflict-free global law firm focused exclusively on disputes and investigations, often involving fraud and misconduct. Recognized as the premier firm for cross-border disputes, the firm has a particular focus on financial products and services litigation, insolvency disputes, intellectual property litigation, international judgment enforcement and asset recovery, and U.S. government enforcement and regulatory investigations. With more than 400 employees throughout the firm’s 15 global office locations, Kobre & Kim recognizes the value of incorporating diverse perspectives and professional disciplines to generate the most effective solutions for clients.

Further information about the firm is available at www.kobrekim.com

Kobre & Kim employees take pride in providing our clients around the world with service that is timely, accurate, unbiased and trusted. We have a profound respect for the professions and clients we serve and define our success in terms of their success. Our work environment is dynamic, innovative, and entrepreneurial. We have a result-oriented culture that demands excellence, agility, and the desire to move quickly and precisely to seize opportunities. Our environment is both challenging and supportive - we give employees the opportunity to develop their skills and do their best work.

Kobre & Kim is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

As part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, we review the publicly available information of prospective employees. By applying for a position with Kobre & Kim you acknowledge and consent to this review.

Kobre & Kim employees take pride in providing our clients around the world with service that is timely, accurate, unbiased and trusted. We have a profound respect for the professions and clients we serve and define our success in terms of their success. Our work environment is dynamic, innovative, and entrepreneurial. We have a result-oriented culture that demands excellence, agility, and the desire to move quickly and precisely to seize opportunities. Our environment is both challenging and supportive - we give employees the opportunity to develop their skills and do their best work.

Kobre & Kim values diversity of culture and thought and seeks talented, qualified employees in all its operations around the world regardless of race, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other protected classification under country or local law.

Kobre & Kim is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.