Brinks Texas License #C00550
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Job Title: Sr Counsel - Labor & Employment
Job Description:
The Brink’s Company (NYSE:BCO) is a leading global provider of cash and valuables management, digital retail solutions, and ATM managed services. Our customers include financial institutions, retailers, government agencies, mints, jewelers, and other commercial operations. Our network of operations in 52 countries serves customers in more than 100 countries.
At Brink’s we believe that diverse teams drive success, and as such we foster an inclusive culture that values people with diverse backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives. We build a sense of belonging so all employees feel respected, safe, and valued, and we provide equal opportunity to participate and grow.
The Senior Counsel – Labor & Employment role will report to the Assistant General Counsel – Litigation. This position is primarily responsible for assisting with all types of pre-litigation and litigation matters related to labor and employment issues. This role will be expected to provide advice, counsel, and training to internal clients across the Brink’s NORTAM organization on issues related to labor and employment law and best practices. This position will also be responsible for managing responses related to litigation and administrative matters (e.g., EEOC, DOL, DOT, OSHA, NLRB, and similar), both through direct representation of the company and the supervision of outside counsel and other internal resources.
Additionally, this role may be asked to support all facets of Brink’s litigation across North America, including assisting with all types of litigation matters, disputes, and claims handled by the Brink’s legal team, such as commercial, contract, vehicle accidents, and personal injury. The role is also responsible for advising, and liaising with, the Brink’s Risk Department in connection with the management of workers’ compensation related claims, disputes, and litigation.
Major Responsibilities:
- Serve as trusted in-house legal adviser on labor and employment matters.
- Manage designated employment matters (ranging from low to high complexity) with minimal supervision and guidance, including strategy development and disciplined risk analysis.
- Collaborate with internal counsel and business stakeholders, and actively engage with and manage outside counsel, including outside counsel spend.
- Assist with regulatory investigations and other government enforcement matters.
- Actively review company activities and legislative/regulatory developments to ensure ongoing compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Advise on day-to-day employment matters, providing legal advice to the internal departments, including Operations and HR, to proactively identify and appropriately mitigate risk to drive the best outcomes for Brink’s.
- Perform special projects assigned by the NORTAM General Counsel or Assistant General Counsel – Litigation.
- Appear for the company at mediations, hearings, trials, etc., as necessary (travel time up to 10%).
- Direct paralegal and other legal support staff, as necessary.
- Help legal team provide regular and structured reporting and analysis of open or threatened litigation matters to internal stakeholders.
- Assist in drafting and reviewing company policies and HR-related communications.
- Assist in preparing and delivering training on legal issues.
Education and Experience:
- Requires an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university and a J.D. (doctor of jurisprudence) degree from an accredited law school.
- At least 6 years’ experience in employment law, including demonstrated experience with handling litigation tasks (such as brief writing, motion practice, and courtroom appearances).
- Experience working as in-house counsel or in a mid-to-large size law firm.
Other Competencies and Characteristics for Success / Professional Skills:
- This individual must be able to prioritize matters, exercise professional judgment, and remain proactive while working in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to persuade, influence, negotiate, and make formal presentations in meetings and training environments.
- Ability to provide clear, concise, actionable, and pragmatic advice.
- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with people from multi-functional and diverse backgrounds.
- Sound judgment, strong business acumen, and ability to understand business consequences of legal advice with a client-focused attitude.
- Ability to develop strong business relationships with all levels of the organization.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience interfacing with representatives of governmental/regulatory authorities.
- Experience with NLRB and California employment laws.
- Experience handling workers’ compensation matters.
- Experience defending contract interpretation lawsuits.
- Located near Dallas, Texas or Richmond, Virginia.
EEO Statement:
Brink’s, Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, and is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace.
About Brink’s:
Brink’s is the global leader in security and logistics services, trusted by banks, financial institutions, and businesses in both public and private sectors. We deliver the currency of the world to businesses in our communities. We do it because we’re needed. We do it
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