Director, Corporate Counsel, Employment & Labor Law

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At Prudential, we believe talent is key to achieving our vision. When you join Prudential, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading financial services institutions!

Are you a legal expert specializing in employment law?

This position will be primarily responsible for conducting investigations of employee complaints alleging violations of employment and labor laws (Title VII, ADA, FMLA, ADEA, FLSA, NLRA and state and local laws) and for providing employment law advice to certain internal clients. That advice will include conducting legal research; drafting legal alerts; advising on changes in various laws and regulations; and working on Company and Law Department projects.

Percentage of time spent on legal investigations versus other employment law duties/counseling will vary based on business needs. 

This position will be based at the Company’s corporate headquarters in Newark, New Jersey, with flexibility to work remotely some days during the week depending on business needs and preferences.

What you can expect:

• Conduct prompt, thorough, and objective investigations of employee and third-party complaints, including interviewing relevant parties, stakeholders, reviewing documents, analyzing employee data, and preparing oral and written reports as requested by internal Employment Law counsel.
• Counsel assigned clients on employment law issues that arise in the day-to-day management of of those areas/businesses and provide proactive guidance to ensure compliance with various laws and regulations that affect the Company’s  business processes including, but not limited to, recruitment, performance management, leadership development, compensation practices, employee engagement and retention.
• Partner with Human Resources to maintain appropriate employment  policies.
• Assist with the employment and labor legal alerts process and conduct special projects, as needed.

What you'll need:

• J.D. degree and at least 5 years’ experience performing employment law investigations and advising on employment & labor law issues and matters.
• Demonstrated strong working knowledge of US Federal and State/local employment laws.
• Experience in providing advice on compliance with EEO/AA laws is helpful.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving and investigative skills, with the ability to  apply those skills to a wide range of business and corporate settings. 
• High level of initiative and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines.  
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Strong MS Office skills.
• Ability to interface effectively with employees at all levels of employment.
• Ability to travel on an as needed basis for investigations.
• Must be admitted to practice law in New Jersey or another U.S. state.  If you do not have a plenary license to practice law in New Jersey, you must apply for a New Jersey In-House Counsel license within 60 days of employment.

• Financial Services and/or Insurance background preferred.

Prudential welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply.

Take charge of your career. We equip and empower our employees to expand their skills and experience by using powerful learning, gigs, and job opportunities. We offer a suite of services including 1:1 Career advice, on demand resources and networking to propel your career forward.

We’re a global organization, full of outstandingly dedicated people who aren’t afraid to think differently, challenge the status quo and take sensible risks along the way. You will enjoy pushing boundaries as we build innovative technology that helps clients, customers and employees live their best lives. You will have access to leadership and learning opportunities and the resources needed to take your career in any direction. We will help you do your best work, offering flexibility, while delivering on our Purpose.

• Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.