VP, Legal

Responsibilities: Assisting the General Counsel and Human Resources department in the management and handling of all labor and employment related matters in the Company Provides in-house legal counsel on labor and employment related matters, which may include, but not limited to, human resources issues, wage and hour law, workers’ compensation, unemployment and other state agency claims, labor relations, employee benefits, employment agreements and policy related issues, FMLA matters, employment related litigation, grievances and arbitrations and generally assists the General Counsel and Human Resources Department. Ensures compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and policies. Supervises, manages and evaluates outside counsel on employment related matters including litigation. Educates clients and stakeholders on legal matters, policies and procedures. Draft and negotiate commercial agreements with customers. Development of customer-centric solutions to ensure both legal compliance is achieved and internal and external customer needs are satisfied. Knowledge & Skill: Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to successfully build relationships and work with cross-functional teams. Detail-orientation and ability to balance competing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously under deadline pressure. Ability to deliver in a demanding and entrepreneurial environment in a timely manner. Strategic Planning: Anticipates internal and/