Corporate Counsel, Employment Law

Corporate Counsel | The Opportunity The Corporate Counsel (Employment Law) position is responsible for all aspects of corporate employment law. The successful candidate will work directly with multiple internal departments and corporate executive management on a variety of corporate legal matters, as well as coordinate and oversee work by external legal counsel. Corporate Counsel | The Responsibilities • Research, draft, implement, investigate alleged violations of, and ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures in relation to a variety of human resources and employment related legal issues (e.g., ADA, ADEA, EEOC, FMLA, FLSA, HIPAA, worker’s compensation, data security/privacy, etc.). • Liaison and work effectively with all internal corporate departments and external counsel in relation to administrative claims and litigation. • Attend and defend company at mediations, settlement conferences, hearings and other legal proceedings. • Review, edit and assist in preparation of pleadings, employment agreements, correspondence, litigation holds, and various other legal documents. • Maintain and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct. • Participate and thrive as a value-adding team player in a fast-paced, high-energy, change-oriented environment. • Perform other related duties and assignments as assigned by legal and corporate executives. • Recognize, respect and maintain confidential information. Corporate Counsel | The Qualifications • Three to five years of legal experience in a general employment law including all types of employment law litigation and administrative claims, human resources policies and procedures, benefit claims, workers’ compensation, employment non-compete and confidentiality contracts, and general corporate policies and legal issues. • Critical thinking, proactive attitude, strong writing and oral communication skills. • Ability to work independently, strong time and task management skills, and deadline adherence. • Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Teams, Zoom and other related programs, including legal research platforms. • Ability to interact professionally at all corporate levels, as well as with external legal counsel and government agencies. • Ability to project a professional image and at all times demonstrate the five Teleperformance values of integrity, respect, professionalism, innovation and commitment. • Juris Doctorate degree from accredited law school and current active state Bar membership in good standing required. Although TPUSA corporate offices are in Salt Lake City, Utah, the position may be remote—Utah Bar membership not mandatory. • Pass mandatory background checks which may include pre-screenings and reference checks, drug testing, and/or credit check. • Must be able to produce documentation verifying eligibility to work in the United States. Pre-Employment Screenings In accordance with Teleperformance policy, employment in this position will be contingent on your successful completion and passage of a comprehensive background check, including global sanctions and watch list screening. Important | Policy on Unsolicited Third-Party Candidate Submissions TP does not accept candidate submissions from unsolicited third parties, such as recruiters or head-hunters. Such applications will not be considered, and no contractual association shall be established through such submissions. Is There a Fine Print? No fine print, though we will grab this space to remind you that Teleperformance is home to a global family with people from various backgrounds and lifestyles. We will always embrace diversity and never discriminate against employees or applicants based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, pregnancy status, veteran status, or other differences. Apply Job!