Labor Employment Attorney

OFFICE LOCATION United States#LI-KM1 #LI-Remote #PDNWHO WE AREThe Nature Conservancy's mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We're rooted in our Mission and guided by our Values, which includes a Commitment to Diversity and Respect for People, Communities, and Cultures. Our goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging, and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued.WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHERThe Nature Conservancy is seeking a talented attorney with experience and a demonstrated interest in providing advice and direction on complex employment law matters affecting its staff across the globe. As the Senior Attorney, you will join TNC's dynamic Global Legal Team of over 100 attorneys and legal professionals who are each vital to achieving TNC's important conservation goals.WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOUAs a member of the Global HR Legal Team, you will provide employment law support to TNC HR professionals, attorneys, and business units located across all 50 states and in various countries throughout the world. You will be relied upon to timely and effectively communicate complex legal concepts and options to project managers, high-level managers, the Board of Directors, and to other TNC attorneys as you work to manage organizational risk.RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPEExpectations for the Senior Attorney will include, but are not limited to:Provide guidance to clients on a wide variety of domestic and international employment law matters.Manage pre-litigation employment disputes and negotiate separation and settlement agreements.Track and ensure compliance with new and changing employment laws applicable to Conservancy business units globally.Maintain up-to-date templates used by the HR team.Advise clients on Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) compliance.Effectively communicate with clients and other stakeholders.Independently manage outside counsel on complex issues.Assist in establishing and implementing policies and procedures.Perform special projects as requested by department management.What You'll Bring:Juris Doctorate or equivalent.License to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.At minimum seven (7) years' relevant experience as an attorney.Law firm and/or in-house experience communicating complex legal concepts.Written and oral communication skills.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience providing legal counsel on employment matters outside of the United States.Fluency in non-English languages.Experience in additional areas of practice.WHAT WE BRINGThe Nature Conservancy offers a competitive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, and more.APPLY NOWPlease apply to Job # at www.nature.org/careers, or apply directly here. Submit required cover letter and resume separately using the upload buttons.The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures.

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