Human Resources Counsel - Employment Law

Overview

This position provides legal advice and counsel regarding Human Resources (HR) legal matters. Serves as a resource on legal issues related to policies, employee relations, compliance and processes. Provides support in negotiating the resolution of disputes or claims. Drafts contracts and other legal instruments utilized throughout the bank. Maintains a strong knowledge of laws, regulations, and business operations in order to address complex legal matters.

This position is open to be located anywhere within the First Citizens Bank footprint, does require quarterly travel to our corporate office in Raleigh, NC.

Responsibilities

• Legal Support - Provides support to HR Governance management and associates in order to minimize legal risks and losses. Consults with both internal and external counsel on the resolution of legal matters.
• Business Support - Performs a range of tasks and consulting with HR. Effectively consults and communicates instructions on the handling of specific transactions or other sensitive matters. Develops and implements policies and procedures utilized across the enterprise.
• Documentation - Drafts, negotiates, and maintains contracts or other transaction-specific legal documentation. Develops new legal forms and templates.
• Policy Resource - Monitors federal and state laws, regulations, and court opinions to determine their impact on HR legal matters. Translates complex legal matters into easily understood concepts for associates.

The base pay for this position is relative to your experience but the range is generally $141,409 to $245,109 per year. This position is eligible for variable compensation, which may be in the form of incentive, bonus, or commission pay. First Citizens offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits program which you can review here: https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) Degree required and 6 years of experience in General Practice, in-house, or specific to employment law

Preferred Experience: Documented experience handling legal matters involving employment law.

License or Certification Type: Must be licensed to practice law in at least one of the states in which the Bank is located Required