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Meta Counsel/Lead Counsel, Employment Law & Investigations- (Contingent Workforce) in Atlanta, Georgia
Summary:
Meta is seeking a talented attorney to join as a Counsel/Lead Counsel, Employment Law & Investigations - (GEWEL - Contingent Workforce) in our Employment Law & Investigations Team. This position will report to the Director & Associate General Counsel responsible for the global Contingent Workforce Program and will advise on various employment law-related issues related to Meta’s contingent workers. The successful candidate will provide legal advice and counsel, and manage claims/litigation on contingent workforce issues, with a focus on issues that arise in the NORAM region, with secondary support to the APAC region as needed. This attorney will provide legal support, help ensure compliance with and provide education on the Contingent Workforce Program and may support other areas of practice such as academic collaboration. Meta welcomes applications from the widest range of individuals eligible to apply and particularly encourages applications from those who would increase the diversity of the company.
Required Skills:
Counsel/Lead Counsel, Employment Law & Investigations- (Contingent Workforce) Responsibilities:
Provide legal advice, counsel, and support support on contingent workforce related matters from an employment law perspective on a variety of substantive employment law areas, including use of supplemental labor from sourcing to separation, outsourcing and data, commercial contracts/statements of work, and joint-employer/co-employment liability
Provide legal support to key partners regarding union/work council/organized labor issues as needed
Partner with and support the Contingent Workforce team and Contingent Workforce Business Partners to advise, educate, and influence on a wide range of Contingent Workforce issues by identifying issues proactively based on discussions with clients and business partners
Collaborate with cross-functional partners such as other attorneys and key stakeholders in the business on all legal issues impacting contingent workers at the Company, and provide guidance and support to ensure consistency and compliance
Review, draft, revise contractual clauses in statements of work and service agreements
Provide legal advice, counsel, and support to key partners on alternative work arrangements as needed
Monitor legislation, regulations, case law, and government enforcement activities relating to the above substantive legal areas, and provide proactive, strategic advice to the Global Employment Law Group and relevant stakeholders
Support audits, process reviews, and new policy creation and implementation related to the Contingent Workforce Program, academic collaborations, and alternative work arrangements
Draft and review contingent workforce program related documents, policies, and processes
Support management of outside counsel retained to handle administrative charges or lawsuits filed against the Company
Facilitate process improvements, create efficiencies, and provide trainings as necessary
Travel throughout the US and possibly internationally as needed
Flexibility and willing to work extended hours when necessary to connect with colleagues in on the west coast and in the APAC region
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
J.D. degree and membership in at least one state bar
3+ years of experience in labor and employment law
Experience providing legal advice and counsel on US and international contingent worker issues/matters
Pre-litigation/litigation experience, including handling demand letters and administrative agency charges
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience advising on international employment issues and supporting clients outside the United States
Prior in-house legal department experience
Experience coordinating and driving to completion large-scale projects
Public Compensation:
$167,000/year to $233,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Industry: Internet
Equal Opportunity:
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@fb.com.
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