In-House Corporate Counsel - Employment Attorney - Exempt
City Electric Supply - 400 South Record St. Dallas, TX 75202
Please note: This is a hybrid position. The team works onsite Monday - Thursday & Remote on Fridays.
Opportunity to join an award-winning legal department of a dynamic global company. With an outstanding track record of success and a reputation for excellence, our legal team has consistently been recognized for remarkable achievements both locally and nationally. CES’s Global Chief Legal Officer has also been consistently recognized as a top 500 business leader in Dallas by D CEO. Great working atmosphere and team environment. We are looking to add another attorney to our team. Are you ready?
About City Electric Supply Company:
- CES is a rapidly growing, third-generation family-owned electrical supply wholesale business headquartered near the West End Historic District of downtown Dallas.
- CES is a successful international business that provides its services with the feel of a neighborhood store. CES’s "customer service first" core value is the basis for its continued growth and success for over 70 years.
- CES employs more than 9,000 people at over 1,100 stores worldwide. 640 of the branches and 4,300 of the employees are located in North America.
- CES consistently meets or exceeds its goal of adding 40-45 store locations per year in North America through organic growth while staying true to its long-standing company values.
- CES’s in-house legal department is regularly honored through local and national awards for excellence in the legal profession.
Life as an In-House Corporate Counsel at CES:
We are seeking a driven and ambitious In-House Corporate Counsel to join our team. The selected candidate will oversee and manage all legal aspects related to handling complex employment litigation, including discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and wage and hour disputes for City Electric Supply throughout North America. This person should be a natural leader, highly motivated, and possess a strong desire to contribute to the success of the business. They will have a keen interest in continuously educating themselves on industry trends and emerging opportunities to strategically expand our real estate portfolio. This role is integral to supporting our mission of expanding our department’s reach in serving the company while maintaining our core values and commitment to excellence.
Your Key Objectives:
- Provide comprehensive legal advice on employment-related matters, including hiring, discipline, workplace investigations, and compliance with employment laws.
- Create and negotiate employment agreements, policies, and other related documents to ensure legal compliance and protect the company’s interests.
- Collaborate with various departments to provide legal support and align employment practices with the company’s overall goals.
- Spearhead strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing our employment practices and fostering a positive workplace culture.
- Work alongside HR and management to identify and seize opportunities that support our business objectives and promote a compliant work environment.
- Assess current employment practices and develop innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the legal department.
- Proficiency in contract lifecycle management software is preferred. Experience with tools like Ironclad is a plus.
- Excellent writing and communication skills are essential for success in this role.
- We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to the legal department as CES continues its rapid growth nationwide.
Key Skills & Experiences:
- Must be licensed to practice law in the United States with a J.D. or LLM from an ABA-accredited law school.
- 3+ years of experience in employment law, preferably with in-house experience.
- Proven track record of handling complex employment litigation, including discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and wage and hour disputes.
- Experience advising on employment policies, procedures, and compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Ability to think analytically and creatively and to problem solve, with a focus on current, innovative, and proactive approaches to employment law and general litigation Participate in strategic planning and provide legal support to various departments within the company.
- Deep understanding of employment law, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title VII, and other relevant statutes.
- Ability to provide strategic legal advice to HR and management on a wide range of employment issues, including hiring, discipline, leave, termination, and workplace investigations.
- Proficient in negotiating settlements and resolving disputes through mediation and arbitration.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks and develop practical solutions, familiarity with government contract compliance and multi-state compliance.
Benefits Package:
- Available health, dental, vision,
- 401K with company contribution
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- 24/7 access to a beautiful state of the art gym with innovative equipment, breathtaking views of downtown, locker rooms with marble showers, spa-grade amenities, and towel service. Company-paid membership to mobile personal trainer, Aaptiv.
- Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health Resources
Charitable Foundation
CES encourages a wide variety of giving through its charitable arm – CES Cares.
EEO Statement
CES provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics or other protected class status. In addition to the federal law requirements, CES complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. CES also makes reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with the ADA. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Misc.
This job operates in a professional office environment. This position has no supervisory responsibilities at this time. CES is a drug free workplace. Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee in the performance of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
For further information about CES, visit our website at www.cityelectricsupply.com
