Advocate Aurora Health
Assistant General Counsel - Labor & Employment
PayCompetitive
LocationMilwaukee/Wisconsin
Employment typeFull-Time
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Job Description
- Req#: R112994
Employer Industry: Nonprofit Healthcare System
Why consider this job opportunity:
- Fully remote work position, allowing for flexibility and work-life balance
- Opportunity to influence and support a large nonprofit healthcare system
- Engage in meaningful work that impacts patient care and community health
- Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals across multiple locations
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including legal support and mentoring opportunities
What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Provide legal support and representation for Advocate Health entities on labor and employment matters
- Manage and delegate projects to outside counsel regarding litigation, investigations, and general employment issues
- Conduct legal research, oversee investigations, and prepare witnesses for mediations and interviews
- Negotiate, draft, and review various legal documents, including contracts and employment agreements
- Participate in knowledge sharing and mentoring within the Legal Department
What is Required (Qualifications):
- Juris Doctor (Doctorate Degree in Law) from an accredited institution
- Must be an attorney licensed to practice law in the relevant state
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in labor and employment legal services, either in a major law firm or as in-house counsel
- Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations applicable to multi-state employers
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience advising on employment litigation and managing EEOC charges
- Familiarity with corporate contracts and risk management strategies
- Proven ability to work effectively with governmental and regulatory agencies
- Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a remote, high-volume work environment
- Background in training and mentoring legal interns or paralegals
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Advocate Aurora Health is a non-profit health care system with dual headquarters located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin