HR Legal Counsel (Labor & Employment)Aceolution • NJ, United States

HR Legal Counsel (Labor & Employment)

Aceolution • NJ, United States

8 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Labor and Employment Attorney to provide legal support and counsel on U.S. labor and employment laws across multiple states. The ideal candidate will work closely with HR and leadership teams to ensure policies, employment practices, and workforce operations remain compliant with federal and state regulations . This is an on-site role based in New Jersey, requiring strong collaboration and advisory capability.

Key Responsibilities

Provide legal guidance on U.S. labor and employment laws, including but not limited to :

FLSA (Wage & Hour)
FMLA & State Leave Regulations
ADA / EEOC compliance
NLRA / NLRB standards
Title VII and workplace discrimination laws

Draft, review, and update employment-related documents :

Employment agreements and offer letters

Employee handbook and workplace policies

Performance and disciplinary documentation

Separation, severance, and release agreements

Confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements

Advise on employee relations matters, policy interpretation, and workplace conduct standards.

Support internal employment-related investigations and documentation best practices.

Assist in responding to federal / state agency inquiries or complaints (e.g., EEOC, Department of Labor, state labor boards).

Conduct legal compliance training for HR, managers, and leadership as needed.

Monitor updates to employment legislation and proactively recommend policy adjustments.

Required Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school.

Active license to practice law in the United States (New Jersey bar license preferred or ability to practice in NJ).

3–5 years of experience in labor and / or employment law within the U.S.

Strong understanding of federal employment regulations and multi-state compliance environments.

Ability to clearly communicate legal guidance to non-legal stakeholders.

Strong analytical, documentation, and advisory skills.

Must be able to work onsite in New Jersey .

Preferred Skills

Experience supporting organizations with a multi-state workforce.

Prior involvement working closely with HR teams or in-house legal departments.

Ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters professionally.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Human Resources

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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