Manager, Counsel (Employment)
Apply NowCompany: Herbalife
Location: Los Angeles, CA 90011
Description:
Overview
THE ROLE:
The Manager, Counsel (Employment) position is an attorney position that will focus on employment litigation and providing related legal advice and counseling. This position will join a team of highly collaborative legal professionals who have a passion for tackling challenging legal problems in a fast-paced business environment and who embrace a can-do attitude and desire for continuous learning.
HOW YOU WOULD CONTRIBUTE:
Assist with employment litigation (including working with outside counsel and vendors as needed)
Assist with internal and external employee investigations (e.g., responding to EEOC, OSHA, DOL charges)
Assist with records requests (including, among other things, advising on responding to subpoenas and garnishments)
Advise business units on potential employment-related legal risks
Assist with special projects and initiatives with cross-functional teams as needed
Perform additional duties as assigned
WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT THE TEAM:
The Legal department handles all legal matters on behalf of the Company. Our mission is to be an innovative and trusted legal partner that works proactively to identify practical solutions to help protect the Company and its core values. Our legal professionals have expertise in a variety of subject areas, and sit in offices around the globe, with a corporate team based in Los Angeles.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities at present
Qualifications
SKILLS AND BACKGROUND REQUIRED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
Minimum 2 years of litigation experience as an attorney in a top-tier law firm, with direct employment law experience preferred
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Strong legal research and analytical skills
Exceptional professional judgment, with ability to handle sensitive information with care
Excellent project management skills, with an ability to work independently and proactively
Highly collaborative, with ability to work well with many different business groups and teams
Ability to travel periodically as needed
Experience working in a global company and regulated industry (such as direct sales) a plus
Education
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice in the U.S. (active and in good standing)
US Benefits Statement
Herbalife offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees in the U.S. (limited to the 50 States and the District of Columbia), which includes Group Health Programs, other Voluntary Benefit Programs, and Paid Time Off. Group Health Programs include Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Basic Life/AD&D; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Other Voluntary Benefit Programs include a 401(k) plan, Wellness Incentive Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Supplemental Life/Critical Illness/Hospitalization/Accident Insurance, and Pet Insurance. Paid time off includes Company-observed U.S. Holidays, Floating Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, a Volunteer Program, Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave, Bereavement Leave, Personal Leave and time off for voting.
THE ROLE:
The Manager, Counsel (Employment) position is an attorney position that will focus on employment litigation and providing related legal advice and counseling. This position will join a team of highly collaborative legal professionals who have a passion for tackling challenging legal problems in a fast-paced business environment and who embrace a can-do attitude and desire for continuous learning.
HOW YOU WOULD CONTRIBUTE:
Assist with employment litigation (including working with outside counsel and vendors as needed)
Assist with internal and external employee investigations (e.g., responding to EEOC, OSHA, DOL charges)
Assist with records requests (including, among other things, advising on responding to subpoenas and garnishments)
Advise business units on potential employment-related legal risks
Assist with special projects and initiatives with cross-functional teams as needed
Perform additional duties as assigned
WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT THE TEAM:
The Legal department handles all legal matters on behalf of the Company. Our mission is to be an innovative and trusted legal partner that works proactively to identify practical solutions to help protect the Company and its core values. Our legal professionals have expertise in a variety of subject areas, and sit in offices around the globe, with a corporate team based in Los Angeles.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities at present
Qualifications
SKILLS AND BACKGROUND REQUIRED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
Minimum 2 years of litigation experience as an attorney in a top-tier law firm, with direct employment law experience preferred
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Strong legal research and analytical skills
Exceptional professional judgment, with ability to handle sensitive information with care
Excellent project management skills, with an ability to work independently and proactively
Highly collaborative, with ability to work well with many different business groups and teams
Ability to travel periodically as needed
Experience working in a global company and regulated industry (such as direct sales) a plus
Education
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice in the U.S. (active and in good standing)
US Benefits Statement
Herbalife offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees in the U.S. (limited to the 50 States and the District of Columbia), which includes Group Health Programs, other Voluntary Benefit Programs, and Paid Time Off. Group Health Programs include Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Basic Life/AD&D; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Other Voluntary Benefit Programs include a 401(k) plan, Wellness Incentive Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Supplemental Life/Critical Illness/Hospitalization/Accident Insurance, and Pet Insurance. Paid time off includes Company-observed U.S. Holidays, Floating Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, a Volunteer Program, Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave, Bereavement Leave, Personal Leave and time off for voting.