Senior Counsel, Employment

Job Description Summary

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Job Description

GENERAL FUNCTION:

Responsible for providing employment/HR counseling and managing employment/HR litigation for worldwide businesses and functions. Provides legal counsel and other legal services to businesses and functions to prevent or minimize legal risk to the Company. Responsible for helping develop and drive legal strategy, design legal support processes and milestones to align and achieve business strategic goals and developing and driving law related initiatives to position the business or function for further growth, with assistance from senior level attorneys as needed. Accountable for efficient and effective utilization of internal and external resources, including developing and achieving legal expense projections and managing related budget. Reports to Associate General Counsel, Employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides employment advice and counseling to HR and business leaders on wide variety of employment issues to ensure that policies, practices and decisions comply with applicable laws. Such issues include performance and misconduct, terminations, reductions in force/reorganizations, leaves of absence, reasonable accommodations, internal investigation of employee complaints, wage and hour matters, safety/security matters, workplace violence, employment issues related to acquisitions and divestitures, and non-compete, non-solicitation and nondisclosure issues.
• Drafts and reviews employment-related documents, such as corrective action, performance, and termination documentation, employment and separation agreements, and HR policies.
• Strategically and cost-effectively manages employment/HR litigation for assigned client groups and provides litigation support on other employment matters, including litigation holds, discovery and initial fact gathering, case assessment and strategy, settlement/case resolution, and outside counsel management.
• Provides legal counsel and leadership in the design, strategic direction, and implementation of law-related initiatives, as appropriate.
• Plays role in influencing key business decisions, developing legal strategy, and assuring proper resource planning to achieve law related goals and strategies.
• With senior level attorneys, develops legal strategies necessary for achievement of business and/or Company operational goals, including action plans to address legal implications of identified business objectives.
• Accountable for effective and efficient utilization of related legal expenses, including projections and managing budgets.
• Creatively applies legal precedents and principles to support businesses and/or functions in achieving successful implementation of strategy.
• Keeps up-to date-on employment related regulations, proactively provides updates to HR, and makes recommendations on and supports implementation of best practices and policy development or modification based on changes in the law.
• Provides training and education on relevant topics as appropriate.
• May serve on a leadership team or taskforce.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS (AS APPLICABLE):

EDUCATION AND LICENSE:

Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a college or university

Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited ABA law school and License to practice law and in good standing under the Bar of any state that enables admission to practice as in-house counsel in California or New Jersey.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 6 years prior related experience in a major law firm or major corporate legal department. Knowledge of, and experience with, the litigation process. Relevant experience in employment litigation, preferably in a multi-state environment, and counseling required. Combination of private practice and in-house experience is preferred/ a plus.

Wage and hour, class action, and/or labor experience is a plus.

SPECIAL SKILLS:

• Strong intellect
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starter, with proven capability to act and function both independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and results orientation
• Strategic thinking, agility, and customer focus
• Strong interpersonal skills, organizational savvy and an ability to influence others
• Strong project management skills
• Exceptional organizational skills with ability to manage multiple ongoing matters with appropriate prioritization based on deadline, significance, and client need
• Sound decision-making ability and ability to balance legal risks with business strategy
• Excellent business and legal judgment
• Strong professional demeanor
• Excellent legal research skills
• Energetic and motivated self-starter
• Effective at collaboration and building strong client and stakeholder relationships

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time. And through the organization's investment in BD University, you will continually level up your tech skills and expertise.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

Primary Work Location

USA CA - San Diego Bldg A&B

Additional Locations

USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

Work Shift

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates-their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You.

Salary ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates' progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and actual work location. Salary ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information

$179,200.00 - $322,500.00