Abbott Laboratories
Counsel, Labor and Employment Counseling and Litigation
Abbott Laboratories, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Working at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPOAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition reimbursement, the
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student debt program and
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education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.The OpportunityOur location in Abbott Park, IL currently has an opportunity for a Counsel, Labor & Employment Counseling & Litigation.What You’ll Work On
Primary Job Function:This position is responsible for providing employment and labor law counseling to Abbott’s diverse global businesses, representing Abbott in employment and labor law administrative matters, and leading complex employment litigation matters on a global basis.Candidates with experience managing others and/or leading teams in labor and employment law matters are preferred.Core Job Responsibilities:Represent Abbott before
government/administrative
agencies in discrimination, wage and other employment claims, and in response to threatened claimsProvide legal counsel to management regarding all employment and labor law issues, including restrictive covenantsProvide employment and labor law support on merger and acquisition agreements, due diligence, integration and other business restructuring projectsSupport corporate compliance initiativesProvide project direction and supervision of outside counsel on domestic and international mattersResolve legal labor and employment issues using negotiation skills and legal expertiseDevelop successful employment litigation strategiesSupervise and direct outside counsel in execution of strategies in employment litigation and with provide creative approaches to dispute resolutionCoach and direct assigned support staff in their responsibilitiesCritical Success Factors:Good Judgment:
Demonstrate expertise and sound judgment, understand how assigned responsibilities support Abbott’s business objectives, and be able to provide practical, risk-balanced advice based upon a thorough understanding of the scope of an issue, taking full advantage of internal networks and external intelligence.
Collaboration:
Firm understanding of available legal, functional, and business resources and ability to integrate information from a number of sources to achieve business results, including breaking down boundaries to create alignment as necessary, in a complex, global, matrixed environment.
Anticipation:
Holistic, big picture thinker, who anticipates changes in law, enforcement, and/or business objectives and adapts approach as necessary to manage risks effectively and mitigate issues before they arise.
Influencing Skills:
Build strong relationships with business partners to tactfully influence and gain their support to drive desired outcomes. Represent Abbott externally to customers, suppliers, competitors, trade associations or government agencies; and resolve legal issues using negotiation skills and legal expertise.Position Accountability/Scope:Position reports to Division Counsel, Litigation, responsible for Labor and EmploymentPosition will interact with senior management in Abbott Legal, Human Resources, and the business units
Qualifications
:Candidates must possess a JD degree and have or be able to obtain appropriate licensure to practice law in Illinois.Minimum of 5-7 years of management-side labor and employment law counseling and litigation practice (at least 3 with a reputable law firm).In-house experience preferred.
Apply Now* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:
www.abbottbenefits.comFollow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at
www.abbott.com
, on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/Abbott
and on X (formerly Twitter) @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
The base pay for this position is $125,300.00 – $250,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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Freedom 2 Save
student debt program and
FreeU
education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.The OpportunityOur location in Abbott Park, IL currently has an opportunity for a Counsel, Labor & Employment Counseling & Litigation.What You’ll Work On
Primary Job Function:This position is responsible for providing employment and labor law counseling to Abbott’s diverse global businesses, representing Abbott in employment and labor law administrative matters, and leading complex employment litigation matters on a global basis.Candidates with experience managing others and/or leading teams in labor and employment law matters are preferred.Core Job Responsibilities:Represent Abbott before
government/administrative
agencies in discrimination, wage and other employment claims, and in response to threatened claimsProvide legal counsel to management regarding all employment and labor law issues, including restrictive covenantsProvide employment and labor law support on merger and acquisition agreements, due diligence, integration and other business restructuring projectsSupport corporate compliance initiativesProvide project direction and supervision of outside counsel on domestic and international mattersResolve legal labor and employment issues using negotiation skills and legal expertiseDevelop successful employment litigation strategiesSupervise and direct outside counsel in execution of strategies in employment litigation and with provide creative approaches to dispute resolutionCoach and direct assigned support staff in their responsibilitiesCritical Success Factors:Good Judgment:
Demonstrate expertise and sound judgment, understand how assigned responsibilities support Abbott’s business objectives, and be able to provide practical, risk-balanced advice based upon a thorough understanding of the scope of an issue, taking full advantage of internal networks and external intelligence.
Collaboration:
Firm understanding of available legal, functional, and business resources and ability to integrate information from a number of sources to achieve business results, including breaking down boundaries to create alignment as necessary, in a complex, global, matrixed environment.
Anticipation:
Holistic, big picture thinker, who anticipates changes in law, enforcement, and/or business objectives and adapts approach as necessary to manage risks effectively and mitigate issues before they arise.
Influencing Skills:
Build strong relationships with business partners to tactfully influence and gain their support to drive desired outcomes. Represent Abbott externally to customers, suppliers, competitors, trade associations or government agencies; and resolve legal issues using negotiation skills and legal expertise.Position Accountability/Scope:Position reports to Division Counsel, Litigation, responsible for Labor and EmploymentPosition will interact with senior management in Abbott Legal, Human Resources, and the business units
Qualifications
:Candidates must possess a JD degree and have or be able to obtain appropriate licensure to practice law in Illinois.Minimum of 5-7 years of management-side labor and employment law counseling and litigation practice (at least 3 with a reputable law firm).In-house experience preferred.
Apply Now* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:
www.abbottbenefits.comFollow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at
www.abbott.com
, on Facebook at
www.facebook.com/Abbott
and on X (formerly Twitter) @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.
The base pay for this position is $125,300.00 – $250,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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