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Position Summary
Caris is looking for a skilled and experienced Labor and Employment Counsel to join an expanding Legal team and play an integral part in supporting fast-paced company growth. Labor and Employment Counsel will provide strategic guidance on employment matters, manage litigation, and ensure compliance with labor laws.
Job Responsibilities
Advise on employment law issues including hiring, progressive discipline, terminations, wage and hour, discrimination, and workplace harassment.
Develop and implement employment policies and procedures.
Conduct internal investigations on workplace complaints.
Provide training on employment law topics to management and staff.
Manage employment-related litigation and administrative proceedings.
Draft employment agreements and separation agreements.
Monitor and analyze changes in labor and employment laws and regulations.
Required Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership.
7+ years of experience in labor and employment law, including substantial litigation experience.
Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws (e.g., FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in a corporate legal department preferred.
Strong team player with high emotional intelligence and demonstrated leadership skills.
Strong attention to detail.
History of self-motivation, sound judgment and excellent interpersonal relations.
Physical Demands
Must possess ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
Must possess ability to perform repetitive motion.
Ability to lift to 25 pounds.
Majority of work is performed in a desk/cubicle environment.
Training
All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee.
Conditions of Employment: Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check ( applicable for certain positions) and reference verification.
This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
