In-House

Chicago, IL, United States

Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment

Attorney

Min 4 yrs required

Full-time

No

Assist with other legal matters as needed, including contract review, negotiation, and drafting. Qualifications: Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. Member in good standing of the Illinois bar; familiarity with New York practices is a plus. At least 4 years of experience practicing employment law in a law firm environment; additional in-house experience is a plus. Deep expertise in EEO laws, wage and hour laws, FMLA, pay transparency laws, employee data privacy laws, state and local leave laws, and other federal, state, and local laws affecting employer obligations to employees. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and time-management abilities. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. High level of accountability and resilience. Growth mindset and ability to adapt to changing environments and priorities. Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion. Salary Information: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k), commuter benefits, dining rewards, and paid time off. Job Title: Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment at Hogsalt Headquarters Experience Information: At least 4 years of experience practicing employment law in a law firm environment; additional in-house experience is a plus. Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. H1: Join the Hogsalt Team as an Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment H2: Become a Key Player in Employment Law and Compliance at Hogsalt Company Overview: Hogsalt is a highly successful hospitality company with a strong commitment to its values of accountability and resilience. We are seeking a skilled and experienced Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment to join our team at Hogsalt Headquarters. About the Role: The Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with labor and employment laws across all aspects of Hogsalt’s operations. This position reports to the General Counsel and offers opportunities to support other legal functions within the company. We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized individual with excellent communication skills and a growth mindset to join our team. Responsibilities: - Provide legal counsel and guidance to the executive team and management on all labor and employment matters affecting the company. - Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards across all employment aspects of the company's operations. - Work collaboratively with HR, operations, and finance teams to implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with labor and employment law. - Counsel HR team on employee disciplinary actions and terminations. - Collaborate with the HR team to design and deliver Hogsalt’s internal training programs for restaurant leadership about employment law and practice. - Develop and implement legal strategies to protect the company's interests and minimize legal risks. - Handle and resolve employment practices legal disputes or litigation, working closely with external counsel when necessary. - Stay up-to-date with changes in laws and regulations that may impact the company's operations, and provide proactive advice and recommendations. - Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion. - Assist with other legal matters as needed, including contract review, negotiation, and drafting. Qualifications: - Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. - Member in good standing of the Illinois bar; familiarity with New York practices is a plus. - At least 4 years of experience practicing employment law in a law firm environment; additional in-house experience is a plus. - Deep expertise in EEO laws, wage and hour laws, FMLA, pay transparency laws, employee data privacy laws, state and local leave laws, and other federal, state, and local laws affecting employer obligations to employees. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Strong organizational and time-management abilities. - Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. - High level of accountability and resilience. - Growth mindset and ability to adapt to changing environments and priorities. - Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills. - Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion. Salary Information: - Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. - Full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k), commuter benefits, dining rewards, and paid time off. Join our team at Hogsalt Headquarters and make a difference in the world of labor and employment law! Apply now as our Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment and help us uphold our values and continue to grow and succeed as a company.

Interested candidates should apply with their resume and cover letter.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor degree, at least 4 years of employment law experience, familiarity with Illinois and New York practices, knowledge of EEO laws, wage and hour laws, FMLA, pay transparency laws, employee data privacy laws, state and local leave laws

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Hiring Coordinator
Hogsalt Hospitality
936 Huron Street
Chicago, IL 60642