Employment, Litigation and GRC Counsel
Responsibilities
- Support labor and employment legal matters across the Americas with a primary focus on Mexico regional operations under the guidance of senior legal team members.
- Provide day-to-day legal support to Human Resources and business stakeholders on employment-related issues, including employee relations matters, policy interpretation, hiring, discipline, and separations.
- Research and analyze labor and employment laws, regulations, and emerging legal developments, and assist in assessing potential business impacts.
- Support Global Human Resources Centers of Excellence (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Compensation & Benefits, Labor Relations) on employment-related legal matters and initiatives.
- Draft, review, and revise employment-related agreements, policies, procedures, communications, and training materials.
- Assist with the implementation and maintenance of company employment policies, practices, and procedures.
- Support employment-related aspects of workforce changes, reorganizations, business integrations, and other organizational initiatives.
- Assist with labor and employment due diligence and integration activities related to mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
- Support the management of employment claims, administrative charges, litigation matters, and pre-litigation disputes, including document collection, fact gathering, and coordination with outside counsel.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and other materials for internal stakeholders and department initiatives.
- Maintain matter tracking systems, legal records, and departmental metrics.
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of employment, compliance, and litigation-related processes, templates, and best practices.
- Assist in the administration of compliance programs, including the Code of Conduct, Supplier Code of Conduct, and related policies and procedures.
- Support the intake, review, documentation, and tracking of concerns reported through the company’s ethics helpline and other reporting channels.
- Conduct fact gathering and assist with internal investigations, documentation, and follow-up activities as directed.
- Monitor regulatory and compliance developments and assist with risk assessments and compliance-related projects.
- Identify potential legal and compliance risks and escalate issues to senior legal team members as appropriate.
- Participate in cross-functional projects and provide legal support to other areas within the Employment, Litigation, and GRC function as needed.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Experience
- 10+ years of experience as an attorney advising organizations on labor and employment matters, preferably with a combination of law firm and in-house experience.
- Experience providing practical legal advice on employment-related matters, including employee relations, workplace investigations, policy interpretation, compliance, and employment litigation.
- Experience supporting Human Resources and business stakeholders on employment law issues.
- Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating employment-related agreements, policies, and related documentation.
- Experience supporting litigation matters, administrative agency charges, internal investigations, and outside counsel management.
- Experience with employment law considerations in organizational changes, workforce restructurings, or business transactions.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders across multiple functions and geographic regions preferred.
- Knowledge of global employment law concepts and multinational work environments is a plus.
- Licensed to practice law in Mexico.
Key Competencies
- Collaborative team player with a strong customer-service orientation and enterprise mindset.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships across functions.
- Sound analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate legal concepts into practical business guidance.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
- Hands-on approach with a willingness to manage both routine and complex matters.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work product.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and appropriately escalate issues when needed.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and legal matter management tools; interest in leveraging technology to improve efficiency is preferred.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving business environment.
- Must work on-site in the Ciudad Juarez, Mexico or Troy, Michigan office, travel occasionally as needed, and collaborate across multiple time zones.
- Fluent in English and Spanish.
WHY JOIN US?
- Grow with purpose. We invest in our people by creating opportunities to build skills, take on new challenges, and develop over time.
- Do work that shows up in the real world. What you contribute here powers systems that are critical to how industries operate and evolve. The impact is visible and lasting.
- Succeed with the right support. We provide the tools, resources, and environment needed to perform at a high level and sustain that success.
YOUR BENEFITS AT VERSIGENT:
- Compensation package, including major medical and life insurance
- Flexible retirement plan.
- Learning, growth, and professional development in a globally recognized international environment.
- Access to training, coaching, and internal and external certifications
- Recognition of innovation and excellence.
- Opportunities to give back to the community.
- Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world.
- Recognition of innovation and excellence.
APPLY TODAY!
If you are looking for a role where you can grow, contribute, and see the direct impact of your work, we encourage you to apply and be part of what Versigent is building next.
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