Company Description“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” - Peter Rose, Expeditors FounderGlobal supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.Organic Growth – Expeditors promotes from within. As a shining example, our CEO started as an entry level employee in our San Francisco office 31 years ago.18,000 trained professionals250 locations worldwideFortune 500Globally unified systemsJoin Us!Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. is seeking an experienced attorney specializing in international employment and labor law. The position will be located onsite at our Bellevue, Washington office.Job DescriptionThe Corporate Counsel will join a world-class legal department and will be responsible for providing advice and strategies on labor and employment matters primarily in the United States and Canada, but also Mexico, Central America, and South America. The Corporate Counsel role will support the Vice President and Associate General Counsel, Labor and Employment. The position can be based in the Company's headquarters located in Bellevue, Washington or in a major U.S. city where we operate. Primary responsibilities include the following:Support and advise business teams, including executives, managers, employee relations, health and safety, payroll, information services, and operations, regarding compliance with labor and employment laws and regulationsAdvise on issues such as discipline, non-competition, terminations, performance management, relocations, leave, disability, contingent workers, pay equity, pay transparency, contractor management, occupational health and safety, anti-discrimination, wage and hour, immigration, employee personal data privacy, and union/labor relationsManage litigation, outside counsel, and budgetsProvide representation and/or management of matters before fair employment, civil rights, and human rights agenciesConduct and manage internal investigationsRespond to governmental subpoenas, investigations, and auditsDraft and revise employment policies, standards, and internal work regulationsDraft service provider, commission, non-compete, restrictive covenant, employment, and settlement agreementsDevelop and deliver client training on compliance with labor and employment lawsLead responses to governmental inquiries into employment and labor related mattersPerform project management work for legal projectsFormulate efficient resolution strategies to meet business objectivesProvide effective cross-functional support inside and outside of the legal departmentAssist in developing and implementing departmental goals and initiativesPerform other duties as assignedTravel: Expected 5% to 15%; Valid passport/authorized to travel internationallyQualificationsJuris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws, LLM, or equivalent degreeLicensed/authorized to practice law in jurisdiction where hired and in good standing5-12 years of experience in a top law firm preferredIn-house experience working in the law department of a Fortune 500 company highly desirable, but not requiredStrong knowledge of, and practical experience advising on, labor and employment laws and regulationsPractical experience working with trade unions preferredStrong analytical, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skillsExcellent organizational skills with high level of attention to detail and accuracyExcellent business judgment and ability to work independentlyProficiency in Spanish and Portuguese preferredAdditional InformationExpeditors offers competitive compensation as described below.Annualized base salary is $100,000.Discretionary bonuses, previously between $37,000 and $100,000, may be awarded depending on such factors as job performance and the performance of the Company. Such bonuses are not guaranteed and can be lower or higher than previous awards.Equity awards, issued in the form of restricted shares, may be awarded depending on job performance.Expeditors also offers the following benefits:Paid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Flexible Days Paid Sick Time Paid Parental LeaveWork from Home Benefit of up to 26 days annually401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matchEmployee Stock Purchase Plan Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision CoverageHealth Savings AccountLife InsuranceDisability InsuranceDependent Care Flexible Spending Account Commuter BenefitEmployee Assistance Program Training and Personnel Development ProgramEducational Assistance and ReimbursementAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.