Employment Counsel
A growing corporate legal department is seeking an experienced Associate Counsel – Employment & Litigation to support employment law, HR investigations, litigation management, and general corporate legal matters. This is a highly visible role offering direct partnership with senior leadership and the opportunity to work across a wide range of legal and business issues in a collaborative, fast paced environment.
This hybrid position is based in Reading, PA, with three in office days per week.
Responsibilities:
• Serve as a trusted legal advisor on labor and employment matters across the organization
• Lead and support internal investigations involving HR and employment related issues
• Manage employment related disputes, litigation, and outside counsel relationships
• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements and legal documents
• Partner with business leaders and HR to provide practical, risk based legal guidance
• Assist with corporate compliance initiatives, policies, and regulatory matters
• Conduct legal research related to federal, state, and international laws and regulations
• Support the use of AI and emerging legal technologies to improve efficiency and workflow processes
• Provide guidance to legal support staff and collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across departments
Qualifications:
• J.D. degree and active bar admission in good standing
• 3+ years of experience practicing labor and employment law
• Experience handling workplace investigations, employment counseling, and litigation matters
• Strong contract review and drafting skills preferred
• Excellent communication, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a business focused environment
• Comfortable partnering with executives, HR professionals, and outside counsel
Legal Services
Legal
Full-time