In-House Attorney (Remote)

Carylon Corporation

Location
Illinois-Chicago
Description
<div id="jobDescriptionText" class="jobsearch-jobDescriptionText jobsearch-JobComponent-description"><div> <p><b>Carylon Corporation</b></p> <p><b> About Us</b></p> <p> Carylon is the industry-leading national organization of regional operating companies providing specialized services in sewer system maintenance, water supply maintenance and soil/sludge remediation to maintain critical environmental infrastructure.</p> <p><b> About the Position:</b></p> <p></p> <p><br> The In-House Attorney reports to the General Counsel and provides the company and internal clients with legal support, advice and guidance on a variety of legal matters, particularly employment and labor related matters. This position supports the company to help them understand legal options, legal requirements, compliance obligations. The In-house Attorney ensures legal conformity, minimizes legal exposure and oversees consistent adheres to law and policies.</p> <p></p> <p><b><br> Position: </b>In-House Attorney-Remote</p> <p></p> <p><b><br> Job Type: </b>Full Time (Remote)-Some travel will be involved</p> <p></p> <p><b><br> Pay</b>: $120,000-$130,000/year (Negotiable based on experience)</p> <p> Full benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, ESOP, Bonus Program</p> <p></p> <p><b><br> Responsibilities:</b></p> <ul> <li> Serve as an internal resource, collaborating with HR, on employee issues, including investigations, discrimination and wage and hour matters, severance agreements, EEOC complaints and other labor related matters.</li> <li> Draft and provide guidance on HR policies and employee handbooks.</li> </ul> <ul> <li> Give legal advice to the company and internal clients on policies, procedures, employment and labor laws, operations, and regulatory issues, and guide them towards best practices.</li> <li> Collaborate with management to develop efficient defense strategies.</li> <li> Draft, review, and modify contracts, and other legal documents as required.</li> <li> Provide legal counsel during legal proceedings, administrative board reviews, and litigations when necessary.</li> <li> Apply effective risk management techniques and offer proactive advice on possible legal issues.</li> <li> Develop strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively.</li> <li> Explain legal options and bring possible outcomes or threats to management’s attention.</li> <li> Build relationships with company and internal clients based on trust.</li> <li> Stay informed about current legislation, changes to laws and regulations, communicating and educating the company and internal clients as needed.</li> </ul> <p></p> <p><b><br> Education and Experience</b></p> <ul> <li> Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.</li> <li> Licensed to practice law and member in good standing of the state bar association in at least 1 state.</li> <li> Minimum 3-5 years of experience in law firm setting practicing in the areas of management-side labor and employment or corporate.</li> <li> Superb analytical, negotiation, and communication skills are crucial.</li> </ul> <p></p> <p><b><br> AA/EEO Statement</b></p> <p> Carylon Corporation and its companies provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability and any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.</p> </div> <p></p></div>
Posted
Updated
Closed
Practice Areas
Labor & Employment
Specialties
Arbitration, EEOC, Wage & Hour
Experience
3 to 5 years
Employer Type
In-House