Counsel, Labor and Employment (Interim)

Job Summary:

The Counsel, Employment and Litigation (Interim), position will support Acrisure’s Human Resources functions, with responsibility to provide labor and employment counseling and transactional support. The position reports to the Senior Deputy General Counsel, Labor and Employment. This role is intended for a hard-working, forward-thinking labor and employment attorney seeking to build an in-house career in a fast-paced, corporate environment. The role will be of a limited duration, currently approximated to be one year.

Responsibilities:

• Provide overall legal and compliance support to the Human Resources function at the direction of the Senior Deputy General Counsel, Labor and Employment; Shift priorities and address time-sensitive issues and matters to support real-time business demands, needs and deadlines; Take direction and execute on delegated assignments/matters from direct manager with minimal supervision, exhibiting resourcefulness and independent judgment; Provide accurate, practical, pragmatic, timely, and responsive legal advice and guidance to Acrisure’s management and personnel on a wide range of issues affecting Acrisure’s varied businesses; Counsel HR business partners and managers on day-to-day employment matters, including hiring, discipline, performance management, terminations, reductions in force, leaves of absence, and accommodation requests under the ADA, FMLA, and comparable state laws; Advise on wage and hour compliance, including FLSA exemption classification, overtime, independent contractor classification, and multi-state pay practices; Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related documents, including offer letters, employment agreements, restrictive covenant agreements, separation and release agreements, and independent contractor agreements; Support the investigation and response to internal complaints and administrative charges before the EEOC, DOL, and state and local agencies, and assist outside counsel with employment litigation and arbitration; Draft and update employee handbooks, workplace policies, and related training materials, and monitor developments in federal, state, and local labor and employment laws; Support employment-related aspects of mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, employee transition matters, and integration of acquired workforces; Track and maintain employment matters in company system and keep timely records to support accurate and up-to-date reporting and metrics; and
• Participate in joint efforts and projects to help meet the demands of Acrisure’s enterprise-wide goals and strategies.
• Education/Experience: J.D. from an ABA-accredited nationally recognized law school; Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; At least 4 years of law firm and/or in-house experience required; Experience with labor and employment law, including drafting and reviewing various HR agreements, along with experience in labor and employment counseling.

Qualifications:

• Able to exercise exemplary interpersonal skills and communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively with business leaders and other professionals and colleagues at all levels of an organization. Able to cultivate and navigate relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal direction, being a resourceful problem-solver; making decisions which reflect good quality judgment and integrity.
• Exercises a proactive approach to solving issues and a strong multi-tasker who can thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving work environment.
• The capacity to quickly learn about Acrisure and its businesses and the industries in which they operate and show a commitment to living Acrisure’s values.
• Candidates should be comfortable with an on-site presence to support collaboration, team leadership, and cross-functional partnership.

Why Join Us:

At Acrisure, we’re building more than a business, we’re building a community where people can grow, thrive, and make an impact. Our benefits are designed to support every dimension of your life, from your health and finances to your family and future.

Making a lasting impact on the communities it serves, Acrisure has pledged more than $22 million through its partnerships with Corewell Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan, UPMC Children's Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Blythedale Children's Hospital in Valhalla, New York.

Employee Benefits

We also offer our employees a comprehensive suite of benefits and perks, including:

• Physical Wellness: Comprehensive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; fertility benefits; wellness resources; and paid sick time.
• Mental Wellness: Generous paid time off and holidays; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and a complimentary Calm app subscription.
• Financial Wellness: Immediate vesting in a 401(k) plan; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; commuter benefits; and employee discount programs.
• Family Care: Paid maternity leave and paid paternity leave (including for adoptive parents); legal plan options; and pet insurance coverage.
• … and so much more!
• This list is not exhaustive of all available benefits. Eligibility and waiting periods may apply to certain offerings. Benefits may vary based on subsidiary entity and geographic location.

Final candidates will be required to complete post-offer verification processes related to the role and in accordance with applicable laws.

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