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The Counsel provides legal advice and services on employment law matters, including litigation and strategy. The position supports Humana entities and employees by managing employment-related disputes and advising on labor and employment issues.
The Counsel is responsible for representing Humana entities in employment-related litigation, including administrative charges and lawsuits, relating to matters involving discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, non-compete, and other labor and employment law issues. In performing these duties, the Counsel acts strategically by making decisions and setting legal strategies aligned with Humana’s long-term vision and enterprise objectives, translating strategic goals into effective actions, and inspiring others to advance these priorities.
The Counsel demonstrates accountability by meeting established expectations, taking ownership for achieving results, and encouraging a culture of responsibility across all stakeholders. Responsibilities include:
Drafting employment policies
Developing case strategy
Resolving employment disputes
Organizing and managing individual case matters
Assisting with internal investigations regarding workplace issues as needed
Advising HR on the legal and ethical implications of HR processes involving artificial intelligence (AI)
Collaborating with HR to identify and mitigate potential legal risks in technology and AI-related projects
The role requires exercising independent judgment and decision-making within established guidelines under general supervision.
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school;
Active and licensed membership in a state bar association;
Minimum of 4 years of experience practicing employment law, including litigation and dispute resolution;
Strong knowledge of relevant federal and state employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, Title VII, and wage and hour regulations;
Demonstrated project management skills related to discovery and employment litigation matters;
Ability to manage multiple case matters simultaneously with attention to detail;
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal issues to various stakeholders and draft employment related documents;
Ability to work independently under general supervision and effectively in team settings; and
Experience with large-scale e-discovery in employment matters.
Preferred Qualifications
Healthcare experience
Location
This is a hybrid role based in Louisville, KY, with work performed in the Louisville office, 3 days per week.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.About Us
Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
- $138,900 - $191,000/year
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