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Employment Attorney Sr. Manager- HYBRID Chicago

Employer
Allstate Insurance Company
Location
60654, Chicago
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Jan 28, 2025
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Category
Legal / Compliance, Executive / Management
Job Type
Not Specified
Career Level
Not Specified
Workplace
Hybrid

Job Details

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from lifes uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.

Job Description

The Employment Senior Counsel provides legal advice and counsel and conducts training in all areas related to management-side employment advice and counsel pre-arbitration, pre-litigation and agency charges on topics including but not limited to compliance, accommodations, compensation, and employee separations. The Employment Senior Counsel collaborates with and aligns on strategy, action planning, and communication with HR, business units, other areas of Law & Regulation and outside counsel. This role conducts research, substantive drafting, reviewing, advising, and negotiating for more complex matters. As Senior Counsel, attorneys in this role will provide advice and guidance to more junior colleagues on the Labor & Employment team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provide advice and counsel to leadership, human resources and business units regarding a wide range of employment laws including joint employment, wage and hour, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, FLSA, OWBPA, OSHA, Title VII, and WARN, company policies and practices
  • Provide advice and counsel to human resources and business units to drive sound workplace practices and business outcomes, including consultation with outside counsel as needed to address employees globally, including employees located in Canada, India, Mexico and Northern Ireland
  • Manage complex disputes and provide cost oversight
  • Provide complex training to HR on various employment law issues, terminations, reductions in force, etc.
  • Manage attorney demand letters, arbitrations, and other forms of dispute handling, participate in mediation/settlement conferences and prepare/review settlement papers as appropriate
  • Review and revise responses for agency complaints and requests
  • Evaluate use of outside counsel
  • In conjunction with outside counsel, create dispute resolution strategy for more complex matters
  • Take on formal leadership responsibilities for the Labor & Employment team at the request of the Director as well as the Vice President of Labor & Employment.
  • It is expected for the individual hired for this role to be on site in the Chicago office twice per month

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • This job does not have supervisory duties.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • 4-year Bachelors Degree (Required)
  • Juris Doctor (Required)
  • 10 or more years of experience (Preferred)
  • Prior employment litigation experience (Preferred)
  • International employment law experience (Preferred)
  • In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
  • License to practice law in any of the 50 U.S. states. (Required)

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:
  • Knowledge and experience litigating and/or managing employment law matters
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Computer skills including Microsoft 365
  • Relevant experience within a reputable law firm or an in-house legal department for a mid- to large- sized company
  • Knowledge of legal holds and discovery processes

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Skills

Compensation

Compensation offered for this role is $134,400.00 - 217,350.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Joining our team isnt just a job its an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.

Youll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, weve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.

Good Hands. Greater Together.

Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.

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It is the Companys policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employees ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.

Company

COMPANY INFORMATION The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) protects people from life's uncertainties with more than 113 million proprietary policies. Allstate offers a broad array of protection products through multiple brands and diverse distribution channels, including auto, home, life and other insurance offered through its Allstate, Esurance, Encompass, SquareTrade and Answer Financial brands. Allstate is widely known from the slogan "You're in Good Hands with Allstate." The Allstate Corporation is the largest publicly held personal lines property and casualty insurer in America. Allstate was founded in 1931 and became a publicly traded company in 1993. In 2023, Allstate was number 84 on the Fortune 500 list of largest companies in America. WHAT WE DO We’re more than insurance agents and claims representatives. We’re individuals with hopes, plans and passions. The biggest of which is helping people live smarter, safer lives. Doing so means continuing to re-imagine how we do what we do, the impact we can make on the world, ways we can each succeed in our own careers and actions we can take as a company that are good for all. To do that, we need all kinds of people – including lawyers, accountants, building engineers, project managers, marketing professionals, human resource specialists and so many more. WHO WE ARE – INCLUSIVE DIVERSITY    We hold each other accountable to encourage and embrace our collective differences. It’s our individual characteristics, values and beliefs, along with backgrounds and experiences that give us fresh perspective and purpose. We work harder, meet customer needs more effectively, share better, and identify more innovative ideas when we are accepted for who we are by the world around us. Our success comes from a chorus of many different voices. At Allstate, every voice counts.​ In our stand against racism, we’ve been making changes within Allstate. We’ve been listening, learning and engaging in change. We are focused on improving equity for all. Allstate is committed to long-term change not only in the way we conduct our business, but also for our employees. There’s a dynamic environment waiting for you here. You’ll find people with similar interests, as well as the many who’ll help expand your horizons. We believe in the power of connections. That’s why Allstate promotes diversity through a robust network of employee resource groups. It helps connect us all and supports our unique talents. Here are some of the available resource groups that actively support our employees: Abilities Beyond Limitations & Expectations African American Working Network Allstate Asian American Network Allstate Foster and Adoption Network Allstate PRIDE Allstate Veterans Engagement Team and Supporters Allstate Women’s Information Network Entrepreneurs at Allstate Families at Allstate Matter Native American Peoples at Allstate Professional Latino Allstate Network Young Professionals Organization WHY JOIN OUR COMPANY Allstate has been protecting people from life's uncertainties since 1931. We continuously develop and improve products and services so our customers can live well protected. For employees, we offer an environment that fosters innovative thinking and collaboration - where you'll be able to explore your ideas and feel proud of the work you do.  Our Benefits Allstate is dedicated to helping employees live happier and healthier lives. As a Fortune 100 company and industry leader, we provide a competitive salary and a benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, tuition assistance, as well as a robust pension and 401(k). Plus, you'll have access to a wide variety of programs to help you balance your work and personal life - including a generous paid time off policy.  Growth and Development We support your desire to grow and provide opportunities to learn, explore new horizons, and follow your passion in a meaningful career. From access to hundreds of learning opportunities to in-house networking and rotational work experiences, Allstate is a place where you can forge your own path and expand your personal and professional potential. 
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