Employment Counsel (Insurance, Part-Time, Remote, IN HOUSE)

Our client – a privately-held leader in the U.S. insurance and retirement planning space, know for its expansive distribution network and rapid growth through acquisitions – is in search of a part-time Employment Counsel to support its Legal and Compliance team on employment law matters on a fully remote basis

Our client – a privately-held leader in the U.S. insurance and retirement planning space, know for its expansive distribution network and rapid growth through acquisitions – is in search of a part-time Employment Counsel to support its Legal and Compliance team on employment law matters.

This role will provide strategic and practical legal guidance on HR-related issues, policy development, and employment agreements, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise HR and leadership on employment law matters, including investigations and compliance issues.
• Draft, review, and update HR policies, employee handbooks, and related documentation.
• Prepare and negotiate separation agreements, retention agreements, and other employment-related contracts.
• Assist with internal investigations and provide recommendations for resolution.
• Support overflow legal work related to employment and labor law.
• Collaborate with HR, compliance, and business leaders to mitigate risk and ensure best practices.
  
  

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; licensed to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 5 years of experience in employment law, preferably in-house or with a focus on insurance/financial services.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

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