Senior Employment Counsel

Overview

ALO is seeking a mid-to-senior employment attorney to manage employment counseling, contract, and policy needs as we expand in North America. This position is a great opportunity for an experienced attorney looking to take ownership of a broad array of employment issues in a fast-paced, growing company.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal advice on employment law matters, including accommodations, classification, compensation, discipline, hiring, immigration/right-to-work, leaves of absence, separations and workplace investigations.
• Advise HR and Retail teams on wage and hour compliance, including timekeeping, overtime, meal and rest periods, sick time and paid leave.
• Revise and update company-wide employment policies, agreements, notices and communications to ensure alignment with legal requirements and best practices.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, and People Operations teams to ensure compliant implementation of employment laws, policies, and programs.
• Monitor changes in employment laws in North America, with a focus on key retail markets.
• Support the drafting and implementation of international policies and employment contracts.
• Provide training and guidance to managers on compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• J.D. from a top tier law school.
• Active bar membership in California.
• 6-10 years of experience in employment law at a top law firm and/or company.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. federal wage and hour laws across several jurisdictions.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian employment laws, with working knowledge of differences across provinces.
• Practical, business-minded approach with the ability to provide clear, actionable guidance in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to balance many projects simultaneously and complete tasks accurately, on schedule and with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience supporting a retail workforce in Canada or Europe is a strong plus. Retail, hospitality, or another consumer-facing environment experience is preferred.
• Willingness to take initiative and work flexible hours to accommodate collaboration with Canadian and Europe-based teams.