Reyes Holdings

Employment Counsel

Reyes Holdings$110K — $130K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an ABA accredited law school
  • 4-6 years of experience as an employment attorney, focusing on California law
  • Active California state bar admission or registered in-house practice eligibility
  • Willingness to address a variety of legal issues
  • Strong ethical background and commitment to integrity
  • Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
  • Preferred experience with union-represented work forces

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal advice to HR and company leaders on daily employment law issues
  • Guide HR on compliance with ADA and FMLA
  • Manage employment law litigation with outside counsel
  • Respond to attorney demand letters and agency charges on employment claims
  • Develop policies reflecting legal changes
  • Create and deliver employment law training for HR professionals
  • Occasional travel as needed

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Generous paid time off
  • Retirement benefits
  • Complimentary health screenings
  • Focus on holistic employee well-being through a Total Rewards Strategy
Full Job Description
Position Responsibilities:
  • Providing knowledgeable and practical legal advice to human resources professionals and other company leaders regarding day-to-day employment law issues, including discipline, performance management, non-discrimination, non-harassment, wage and hour practices, background checks and drug testing, and employment law compliance issues
  • Providing guidance to human resources professionals on ADA interactive process discussions, FMLA and other leave-related compliance issues
  • Managing a docket of employment law litigation matters in coordination with outside employment counsel
  • Responding to attorney demand letters and agency administrative charges involving employment-related claims
  • Developing company policies and associated materials in response to applicable legal developments
  • Developing and delivering training to HR professionals on employment law topics
  • Occasional travel when required (0%-10%)
  • Other projects or duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience:
  • Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an ABA accredited law school with 4 to 6 years of experience as an employment attorney handling a wide range of employment matters and litigation, with an emphasis on California employment law.
  • Admission to California state bar with an active license, or satisfaction of requirements for registered in-house practice in the State of California.
  • Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad range of legal issues.
  • Strong ethical background and commitment to integrity.
  • Strong attention to detail and follow-through; excellent organizational skills.
  • Experience with union-represented work forces is preferred.

Benefits

At the Reyes Family of Businesses, our Total Rewards Strategy prioritizes the holistic well-being of our employees. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision coverage, Paid Time Off, Retirement Benefits, and complimentary Health Screenings.

Pay Transparency

Our compensation philosophy embraces diverse factors for fair pay decisions, valuing skills, experience, and the needs of our business. Moreover, this role may have the opportunity to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to program rules.

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