Corporate Counsel, Labor and Employment

Corporate Counsel, Labor and Employment

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Buffalo, NY, USA New Jersey, USA New York, USA Req #3209

Saturday, October 5, 2024

If you are looking for a career at a dynamic company with a people-first mindset and a deep culture of growth and autonomy, ACV is the right place for you! Competitive compensation packages and learning and development opportunities, ACV has what you need to advance to the next level in your career.

We will continue to raise the bar every day by investing in our people and technology to help our customers succeed. We hire people who share our passion, bring innovative ideas to the table, and enjoy a collaborative atmosphere.

Who we are :

ACV is a technology company that has revolutionized how dealers buy and sell cars online. We are transforming the automotive industry.

ACV Auctions Inc. (ACV) has applied innovation and user-designed, data-driven applications and solutions. We are building the most trusted and efficient digital marketplace with data solutions for sourcing, selling, and managing used vehicles with transparency and comprehensive insights that were once unimaginable.

We are disruptors of the industry and we want you to join us on our journey. ACV’s network of brands includes ACV Auctions, ACV Transportation, ClearCar, MAX Digital, and ACV Capital within its Marketplace Products, as well as True360 and Data Services.

At ACV, we focus on the Health, Physical, Financial, Social, and Emotional Wellness of our Teammates and to support this we offer :

• Multiple medical plans including a high deductible health plan that costs $0 out of your paycheck
• Company-sponsored (paid) Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Comprehensive optional benefits such as Dental, Vision, Supplemental Life / AD&D, Legal / ID Protection, and Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including vacation time, sick days, Company holidays, floating holidays, parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, voting leave, and other forms of paid leave as required by applicable law or regulation
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with additional opportunities to earn stock in the Company
• Retirement planning through the Company’s 401(k)

Who we are looking for :

The Corporate Counsel, Labor and Employment is essential in navigating a complex global employment landscape and will provide legal guidance on a broad range of employment matters.

This role will support the Company’s business teams through its expertise in employment law, employee relations, and litigation strategy in order to provide proactive legal support to the various business and management teams.

The Corporate Counsel, Labor and Employment partners closely with the People & Culture team to ensure employment practices align with legal requirements and promote best practices.

The ideal candidate will provide expert legal advice on a wide range of global employment-related matters, ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations while fostering a positive workplace environment.

This role requires a strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with People & Culture and management to develop policies, manage disputes, and ensure compliance with legal standards.

What you will do :

• Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.
• Provide legal counsel on labor and employment issues, including but not limited to, discrimination, harassment, benefits, performance, wage and hour laws, and employee classification.
• Support business strategic initiatives and projects, including U.S. and global policy development.
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the company’s industry, business interests, and global and U.S. operations.
• Partner with U.S. and global leaders, subject matter experts, and legal and business colleagues to identify business and legal risks and create proactive strategies for risk avoidance and mitigation as it relates to employment matters.
• Identify creative ways to increase efficiencies and support internal business clients across domestic and international jurisdictions and time zones, achieving business objectives while maintaining legal compliance.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and review of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws.

Draft, review, and update company policies and employee handbooks to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Draft and review employment-related agreements, templates, and forms.
• Advise on complex / sensitive employee relations matters, including performance management, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Handle employee immigration matters.
• Conduct training sessions for People & Culture and management on labor law compliance and best practices.
• Research relevant labor, employment, and compliance topics, and stay up-to-date on changes in employment law and advise the organization on necessary adjustments to policies and practices.
• Support merger and acquisition activities, including due diligence related to employment matters as well as post-acquisition integration efforts.
• Conduct internal investigations related to employee complaints, ensuring a thorough and impartial process.
• Partner with People & Culture to maintain and administer the Company’s internal compliance hotline and case management system, including triaging, investigating, and reporting to stakeholders.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What you will need :

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• JD from an accredited law school and admission into a state bar, with ability to obtain NY in-house counsel certification.
• 5+ years’ handling employment and labor issues in a law firm and in-house environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in employment counseling with a strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment and labor laws, especially as applicable to non-exempt workforces.
• Prior experience in both a law firm and in-house setting strongly preferred.
• Strategic and creative thinker, oriented toward practical solutions and proactive process improvements.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with teammates across the organization.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Robust interpersonal, public speaking, and writing skills, including the ability to effectively communicate complicated topics and issues concisely and tailored to audiences at various levels of the Company.

Compensation : $150,000.00 - $190,000.00 annually. Please note that final compensation will be determined based upon the applicant's relevant experience, skillset, location, business needs, market demands, and other factors as permitted by law.

No immigration or work visa sponsorship will be provided for this position.

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Our Values :

Trust & Transparency People First Positive Experiences Calm Persistence Never Settling

At ACV, we are committed to an inclusive culture in which every individual is welcomed and empowered to celebrate their true selves.

We achieve this by fostering a work environment of acceptance and understanding that is free from discrimination. ACV is committed to being an equal opportunity employer regardless of sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires reasonable accommodation, please let us know.

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• Job Family : Legal
• Job Function : Corporate Counsel
• Pay Type : Salary

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