Associate General Counsel, Employment Law

Associate General Counsel, Employment LawAbout the Company Large independent beverage retailer IndustryRetailTypePrivately Held Founded1991Employees5001-10,000 Categories Consumer Staples BeveragesBeerCigarsDepartment Stores & Superstores LiquorRetailWhiskeyWineApparel & Footwear Specialtiesretailwinespiritsbeerprivately owned Business ClassificationsE-CommerceB2CAbout the RoleThe Company is seeking an Associate General Counsel, Employment Law, to serve as its principal employment counsel and advise senior business leaders. Responsibilities include counseling on wage and hour compliance, leave and accommodations, discrimination and harassment, employee discipline, terminations, workplace investigations, employee relations, agency charges, disputes, and risk management. The role also involves developing employment policies, compliance programs, and training; managing outside counsel and litigation strategy; and supporting commercial, contractual, and other legal matters as needed. Candidates should have at least 10 years of legal experience, including substantial employment law experience in a law firm, corporate legal department, or both. Deep knowledge of federal and state employment laws and significant experience advising HR and business leaders and handling employment disputes and agency matters are required. Experience supporting a multi-state workforce is important, with hourly employee or retail experience considered an advantage. Candidates should also be willing to advise on legal matters beyond their primary area of expertise. Hiring Manager TitleDeputy General Counsel FunctionsLegal