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Expeditors Corporate Counsel (Employment) - Onsite in Ellenwood, Georgia
“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” - Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder
Global 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 professionals
250+ locations worldwide
Fortune 500
Globally unified systems
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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 or in a major U.S. city where we operate.
The 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 regulations
Advise 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 relations
Manage litigation, outside counsel, and budgets
Provide representation and/or management of matters before fair employment, civil rights, and human rights agencies
Conduct and manage internal investigations
Respond to governmental subpoenas, investigations, and audits
Draft and revise employment policies, standards, and internal work regulations
Draft service provider, commission, non-compete, restrictive covenant, employment, and settlement agreements
Develop and deliver client training on compliance with labor and employment laws
Lead responses to governmental inquiries into employment and labor related matters
Perform project management work for legal projects
Formulate efficient resolution strategies to meet business objectives
Provide effective cross-functional support inside and outside of the legal department
Assist in developing and implementing departmental goals and initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned
Travel: Expected 5% to 15%; Valid passport/authorized to travel internationally
Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws, LLM, or equivalent degree
Licensed/authorized to practice law in jurisdiction where hired and in good standing
5-12 years of experience in a top law firm preferred
In-house experience working in the law department of a Fortune 500 company highly desirable, but not required
Strong knowledge of, and practical experience advising on, labor and employment laws and regulations
Practical experience working with trade unions preferred
Strong analytical, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills with high level of attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent business judgment and ability to work independently
Proficiency in Spanish and Portuguese preferred, but not required
Expeditors 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 Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Flexible Days
Paid Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave
Work from Home Benefit of up to 26 days annually
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage
Health Savings Account
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Commuter Benefit
Employee Assistance Program
Training and Personnel Development Program
Educational Assistance and Reimbursement
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.