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Optiv Sr. Corporate Counsel in Overland Park, Kansas
The Sr. Corporate Counsel is responsible for providing counsel in multiple areas of employment law as well as contractual review and analysis of various contracts and developing solutions to complex problems under the supervision of the Associate General Counsel or General Counsel, depending on the candidate.
How you'll make an impact
Working with HR business partners to conduct current and former employee claims and conduct investigations, draft employee policies, complete state compliance reports, and complete separation agreements
Managing restrictive covenants (non-compete) enforcement and litigation
Working with HR operations, compensation team and other personnel regarding compensation policies, plans and related claims
Responding to government entity inquiries regarding employment matters
Drafting, analyzing, and negotiating a variety of contract, information security and privacy documents
Negotiating all types of business and information technology contracts as directed by General Counsel and Associate General Counsel for all departments
Provide advice to legal analysts and paralegals regarding regulatory compliance, court actions, and third-party risk
Planning, scheduling, and arranging activities to accomplish objectives and work assignments
Timely processing of projects and legal document activities
Assisting in maintaining a centralized repository of legal documents in electronic format
Providing some influence on the overall objectives and long-range goals of the department regarding document standards and template development
Communicating and negotiating directly with internal and external customers, vendors, and business partners
Providing a high-quality service level to all internal and external customers ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and follow-up
What we're looking for
5 – 15 years of practical experience in employment law and/or analyzing and negotiating moderate and mid-level contractual agreements
Training and experience in US State, Canada, GDPR and other privacy laws
Understanding and ability to apply principles, concepts, practices, and standards used to minimize corporate risk and liability in contractual relationships
Ability to develop solutions to a variety of complex problems and provide counsel to internal stakeholders regarding proposed employment matters and contract terms and conditions
Capability to understand, analyze, and interpret claims, contractual language, and summarize findings in concise, articulate manner
Ability to be discrete and maintain confidentiality with respect to agreement contents and other highly sensitive business matters and projects
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Juris Doctor and License to practice law
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What you can expect from Optiv
A company committed to championing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion through our Employee Resource Groups (http://www.optiv.com/company/about-us#dei-group) .
Work/life balance
Professional training resources
Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects
Volunteer Opportunities. “Optiv Chips In” encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.
The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)
EEO Statement
Optiv is an equal opportunity employer (EEO). All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
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