Labor And Employment Attorney
Samsung Ads · New York, New York, United States
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
Position SummaryHeadquartered in Plano, Texas, Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Corporation, is a leader in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances, and enterprise solutions. From our humble beginnings to our position today as a tech leader, our passion for innovation has been the common thread throughout our history. We've grown into one of the most recognized global brands. We consider ourselves “relentless pioneers” that push boundaries and defy barriers. The company pushes beyond the limits of today's technology to provide groundbreaking connected experiences across its large portfolio of products and services, including mobile devices, home appliances, home entertainment, 5G networks, and digital displays. As EPA's ENERGY STAR® Corporate Commitment Partner, SEA is dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment through its eco-conscious products, practices, and operations.
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People |Excellence | Change| Integrity |Co-prosperityRole and ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Labor and Employment Attorney will be based in New York, NY, and provide legal counseling and investigation support to North America Headquarters (NAHQ) divisions on areas of employment and labor law compliance, including equal opportunity laws, leave and accommodation laws, wage and hour laws, pay equity, labor law, benefits law, and internal policy development and training. This position will also handle threatened litigation and negotiation with opposing counsel; agency administrative charges of discrimination; and supervision of litigation and arbitrations. This role may require travel to other Samsung offices in North America, which consists of the United States, Canada, and Mexico.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Investigate, respond to and mediate agency matters (EEOC, state divisions of civil rights, Department of Labor). Investigate, respond to and negotiate pre-litigation claims. Handle employee litigation and arbitrations.Review and revise offer letters, agreements and incentive plans.Provide counseling to Human Resources and subsidiaries/affiliates on employee performance training, improvement, discipline and terminations.Provide counseling regarding wage and hour exemptions and compliance with the FLSA and comparable state and local laws, including New York State and New York City requirements.Provide counseling regarding employee accommodations and obligations under disability laws.Provide counseling regarding FMLA compliance, leaves of absence and paid sick leave.Provide counseling on benefits and pay equity laws and reviews.Provide counseling on post-termination contractual obligations (non-competition, non-solicitation and confidentiality obligations).Develop, implement and maintain employment policies, procedures and training in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and Company priorities.Lead or support internal investigations of employee complaints and workplace concerns as needed.Work in close collaboration with the Legal department, Compliance, and other key functions to resolve complex employment matters and support business decision making.
Skills and QualificationsRequired skills:Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited US law school with 7-10+ years of experience in labor and employment law.Member in good standing of one US state bar, and ability to become a member in good standing of the New York bar or qualify as in-house counsel in New York.Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.Experience appearing before state and federal agencies on employment matters.Experience counseling employers on an array of employment and labor related matters.Experience conducting internal investigations preferred.Demonstrated effectiveness with multiple stakeholders and diverse constituencies.Team player with the ability to proactively collaborate with cross-functional teams and work independently.Executive presence combined with strong interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to proactively provide sound legal support and exercise good judgment in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.Customer focused, with strong business judgment and the ability to understand and respond to business issues and needs.Experience and understanding of working in a complex global environment, including sensitivity to cultures and practices outside the U.S., preferred.Highest standards of ethics and professional integrity.
Core Leadership CompetenciesEXCELLENCE – Drives action with humility, EQ, and an unwavering passion for performance and results.CHANGE – Embodies and encourages intelligent creativity.CO-PROSPERITY – Navigates highly matrixed and complex organizations successfully as part of a team.PEOPLE – Builds and develops best-in-class teams built on trust, accountability and mutual respect for each other and the organization. xzbcwsv INTEGRITY – Inspires trust, confidence, and consensus across the organization by fostering relationships.
Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.
People |Excellence | Change| Integrity |Co-prosperityRole and ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Labor and Employment Attorney will be based in New York, NY, and provide legal counseling and investigation support to North America Headquarters (NAHQ) divisions on areas of employment and labor law compliance, including equal opportunity laws, leave and accommodation laws, wage and hour laws, pay equity, labor law, benefits law, and internal policy development and training. This position will also handle threatened litigation and negotiation with opposing counsel; agency administrative charges of discrimination; and supervision of litigation and arbitrations. This role may require travel to other Samsung offices in North America, which consists of the United States, Canada, and Mexico.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Investigate, respond to and mediate agency matters (EEOC, state divisions of civil rights, Department of Labor). Investigate, respond to and negotiate pre-litigation claims. Handle employee litigation and arbitrations.Review and revise offer letters, agreements and incentive plans.Provide counseling to Human Resources and subsidiaries/affiliates on employee performance training, improvement, discipline and terminations.Provide counseling regarding wage and hour exemptions and compliance with the FLSA and comparable state and local laws, including New York State and New York City requirements.Provide counseling regarding employee accommodations and obligations under disability laws.Provide counseling regarding FMLA compliance, leaves of absence and paid sick leave.Provide counseling on benefits and pay equity laws and reviews.Provide counseling on post-termination contractual obligations (non-competition, non-solicitation and confidentiality obligations).Develop, implement and maintain employment policies, procedures and training in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and Company priorities.Lead or support internal investigations of employee complaints and workplace concerns as needed.Work in close collaboration with the Legal department, Compliance, and other key functions to resolve complex employment matters and support business decision making.
Skills and QualificationsRequired skills:Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited US law school with 7-10+ years of experience in labor and employment law.Member in good standing of one US state bar, and ability to become a member in good standing of the New York bar or qualify as in-house counsel in New York.Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.Experience appearing before state and federal agencies on employment matters.Experience counseling employers on an array of employment and labor related matters.Experience conducting internal investigations preferred.Demonstrated effectiveness with multiple stakeholders and diverse constituencies.Team player with the ability to proactively collaborate with cross-functional teams and work independently.Executive presence combined with strong interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to proactively provide sound legal support and exercise good judgment in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.Customer focused, with strong business judgment and the ability to understand and respond to business issues and needs.Experience and understanding of working in a complex global environment, including sensitivity to cultures and practices outside the U.S., preferred.Highest standards of ethics and professional integrity.
Core Leadership CompetenciesEXCELLENCE – Drives action with humility, EQ, and an unwavering passion for performance and results.CHANGE – Embodies and encourages intelligent creativity.CO-PROSPERITY – Navigates highly matrixed and complex organizations successfully as part of a team.PEOPLE – Builds and develops best-in-class teams built on trust, accountability and mutual respect for each other and the organization. xzbcwsv INTEGRITY – Inspires trust, confidence, and consensus across the organization by fostering relationships.