Overview
Counsel/Hybrid Jobs in Birmingham, Alabama, USA at Protective Life
Position: Counsel (Hybrid)
This Counsel position provides legal support to Protective’s Human Resources Department, advising on a variety of employee relations issues and employment laws, such as the FMLA, Title VII, ADA, OSHA, and state and local leave laws. Primary
Job Functions:
Assisting the VP, Managing Counsel with advising the Human Resources Department on employment-related legal matters, employee relations issues, and litigation
Reviewing and maintaining appropriate policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and
local employment
laws, including employee leave laws, wage and hour laws, anti-discrimination laws, hiring practice laws, and workplace safety requirements
Tracking federal, state, and
local employment
laws for compliance purposes
Assisting the Human Resources Department with employee training to help ensure compliance with federal, state, and
local employment
laws Preparing staffing agency and other third-party worker agreements
Working with outside immigration law counsel to manage employee visa filings
Other duties as assigned
Work Experience,
Education
, Certification/Training
Required:
Bachelor’s degree and J.D.Currently admitted to a state bar and in good standing A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience advising clients on employment laws and related employment issues required
Law firm experience strongly preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Excellent written and verbal
communication skills
Strong analytical and
problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Self-starter with the ability to multitask in a
fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including:
Word and Excel Protective’s targeted
salary range
for this position is $120,000 to $140,000. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to, job location, skills, and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protective’s total compensation package for employees.
This position also offers additional incentive opportunities [through an annual incentive based on individual and Company performance] OR [through cash compensation as part of a sales incentive plan (SIP).#LI-EH1
Title: Counsel/Hybrid
Company: Protective Life
Location: Birmingham, Alabama, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Employment Law, Regulatory Compliance Specialist), HR/Recruitment (Regulatory Compliance Specialist)
