Senior Counsel, Litigation & Employment

2 hours, 45 minutes ago
Full-time
Senior
HR and Recruiting
Puck

Puck

Puck helps great teams find great teammates through employer branding, conversations, and authentic candidate engagement, using personalized automation to enhance the candidate experience and improve hiring metrics.

Internet Software & Services
1-10
Founded 2020

Description

  • Own and manage the company’s litigation and pre-litigation docket, including commercial disputes, medical malpractice claims, employment-related claims, and other general litigation matters.
  • Direct outside counsel strategy across multiple jurisdictions, including discovery, witness preparation, settlement evaluation, and trial readiness.
  • Conduct and manage internal investigations related to pending and threatened litigation and compliance issues.
  • Oversee litigation holds, document preservation, and e-discovery processes.
  • Track and report litigation matters, exposure, and budgets to the General Counsel.
  • Partner with operations teams to identify liability risks and implement process improvements that reduce exposure.
  • Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the business across the US, Canada, UK, and Australia.
  • Develop and deliver training for managers and clinical staff on litigation prevention and regulatory compliance topics.
  • Serve as primary legal advisor to the People & Culture team on employee relations matters, including performance management, workplace investigations, discipline, accommodations, and separations.
  • Draft, review, and update employment policies and handbooks across all jurisdictions where the company operates.

Requirements

  • J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school or equivalent legal qualification from a jurisdiction where the company operates.
  • Active bar membership in good standing in at least one US state.
  • 7+ years of legal experience in litigation and employment law.
  • Healthcare liability experience is required.
  • A mix of law firm and in-house experience is preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience managing outside counsel, including strategy, budget, and performance.
  • Experience advising on employee relations matters, conducting or overseeing workplace investigations, and drafting employment policies.
  • Sound judgment in assessing risk and knowing when to escalate issues.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to translate legal concepts into clear guidance for non-legal stakeholders.
  • Comfort operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with meaningful ambiguity.

Benefits

  • Base salary of $215,000-$235,000, depending on experience and geographic location.
  • Free whole-body scans for each team member.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, including mental health coverage.
  • Flexible vacation policy.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan for eligible employees, with pre-tax contributions and no current company match.
  • Commuter Benefits Plan to help cover transit and parking costs.
  • Growth opportunities within a high-growth team and company.

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