Legal Counsel - ApTask

About Client:
The Client is a leading global IT services and consulting company, providing a wide range of services to clients in various industries, including banking, financial services, retail, manufacturing, healthcare, and more. It is one of the largest employers in the IT industry and has a vast and diverse workforce. The company places a strong emphasis on employee training and development. Client is known for its commitment to innovation and invests in research and development to stay at the forefront of technological advancements.
It offers a comprehensive set of services, including:
IT Services: Application development, maintenance, and testing.
Consulting: Business consulting, IT strategy, and digital transformation.
Business Process Outsourcing (BPO): Outsourcing of business processes to improve efficiency.
Enterprise Solutions: Implementation and support of enterprise-level software solutions. Digital Services: Services related to digital technologies, such as analytics, cloud, and IoT.



Salary Range: $90K-$125K/Annum



Job Description:

• CLIENT seeks a junior employment law attorney with experience litigating and advising on domestic employment law issues.
• The successful candidate will be part of a small Employment Law team, report to the Deputy General Counsel – Head of Legal, Americas, and Deputy Head of Legal - USA, and provide legal support to our human resources department.

• Provide day-to-day proactive employment law advice, guidance, assistance and counseling.
• Work with HR to help manage and respond to employee relations issues, investigations and grievances.
• Review disciplinary actions and terminations with HR.
• Assist in managing responses to subpoenas and document requests.
• Respond to administrative complaints and Department of Labor investigations.
• Respond to EEOC and other complaints of discrimination.
• Assist with employment law litigation matters.
• Recommend, implement and continuously improve employment law related training.
• Maintain employment law files and databases.
• Other matters as directed by Head of Legal, Americas and/or Deputy Head of Legal – USA.

• Three to five years of experience focused on employment law and litigation, preferably with some experience in-house.
• A law degree from a top tier law school and in good standing to practice in any state in the United States.
• Strong analytical capabilities and judgment.
• Ability to work proactively, independently and reliably under tight timeframes in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team as well as cross-functionally across teams.
• Willingness to tackle matters outside area of expertise.
• Ability to interact with HR teams and other legal team members

About ApTask:
ApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services, dedicated to shaping the future of work. As an African American-owned and Veteran-certified company, ApTask offers a comprehensive suite of services, including staffing and recruitment solutions, managed services, IT consulting, and project management. With a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation, ApTask provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of the ApTask team, you will have the chance to connect businesses with top-tier professionals, optimize workforce performance, and drive success across diverse industries. Join us at ApTask and be part of our mission to empower organizations to thrive while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Candidate Data Collection Disclaimer:
At ApTask, we prioritize safeguarding your privacy. As part of our recruitment process, certain Personally Identifiable Information (PII) may be requested by our clients for verification and application purposes. Rest assured, we strictly adhere to confidentiality standards and comply with all relevant data protection laws. Please note that we only collect the necessary information as specified by each client and do not request sensitive details during the initial stages of recruitment.

If you have any concerns or queries about your personal information, please feel free to contact our compliance team at businessexcellence@aptask.com.