Requisition #: 20109
Functional Area:  Contracts/Legal; Audit/Risk/Compliance; Human Resources
Employment Type:  Full-Time
Work Options:  In Office / Partial Remote from Neenah/Appleton/Oshkosh area #LI-Hybrid
Work Hours:  Standard Work Hours

Position Summary

This in-house legal position is responsible for performing a variety of employment-related legal duties, such as providing advice to internal stakeholders, proactively managing employment-related risks, performing analyses and responding to legal claims, managing disputes, performing research, and conducting training in an effort to protect J. J. Keller business interests and meet legal requirements. This position is also responsible for coordinating matters with outside legal counsel, as needed. To be eligible for this hybrid role, candidates must reside in Wisconsin and be available to work onsite at our corporate campus in Neenah, WI on designated days each week.
 

Job Responsibilities Consults with HR Services as requested on labor and employment matters relating to recruiting, labor relations, performance management, leaves of absence, accommodations, background checks, discipline, terminations, wage and hour, pay equity, and compensation. Collaborates with HR Services to ensure federal, state, and local compliance in US employment law by developing and maintaining policies that reflect both legal requirements and industry best practices.  Assist HR Services to perform analysis of labor and employment matters and then deliver recommendations. Manages disputes through negotiation, mediation, and legal documentation such as demand letters, settlement agreements, and position statements.  Manages employment-related litigation activities, including overseeing outside counsel, managing budgets, coordinating investigations, and facilitating the discovery process. Evaluates corporate communications as requested, internal and external, for legal exposure.  Identifies and ensures Company compliance with applicable labor and employment laws and regulations, and provides guidance on company policies, forms, procedures, and best practices. Performs legal research and interprets/summarizes findings.  Prepares and conducts in-person and virtual training sessions on various employment law topics, such as FMLA, ADA, EEOC, and NLRB. Carries out responsibilities in a fair, ethical and non-discriminatory manner. 
  Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. At least three years of experience as an attorney with a focus on labor and employment law. In-house legal experience desired. Experience working with legal counsel in other countries a plus. Experience with mergers and acquisitions a plus.

Other Skills/Qualifications:

Admission to the State Bar of Wisconsin or eligible to be a registered in-house counsel in Wisconsin. Strong understanding of federal, state, and local labor and employment laws and regulations, such as FMLA, ADA, EEOC, FLSA, and Workers’ Compensation. Sound judgement and business acumen. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Ability to perform complex analyses and legal research, and interpret these for non-attorney business partners and decision makers. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational and time management skills. Attention to detail and accuracy.
  Physical Requirements

Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment. Work involves operation of personal computer equipment for extended periods of time. Occasional travel to industry and training events may also be required, depending on assignment.

We Protect People & The Businesses They Run™

 

Every associate at J. J. Keller makes a difference by creating safer, more respectful workplaces. Whether serving our customers directly with expertise in safety and regulatory compliance or supporting the business with specialized skills, together we contribute to better workplaces for people across North America.

 

J. J. Keller History:  November 1, 2023, marked 70 years of business for J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. Click HERE to take a tour through three generations of this family-owned business – from our founding as a one-man consulting firm through decades of delivering on our purpose of protecting people and the businesses they run.

 

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J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.