Sr. Labor & Employment Counsel

Location: Saks
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SF 0689 Saks Direct time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-105089

Salary Range $205,000 - $282,000
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* Job Description:

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* WHO WE ARE:

**** Saks Global is the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, comprising Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks OFF 5TH, Last Call and Horchow. Its retail portfolio includes 70 full-line luxury locations, additional off-price locations and five distinct e-commerce experiences. With talented colleagues focused on delivering on our strategic vision,
* The Art of You,
* Saks Global is redefining luxury shopping by offering each customer a personalized experience that is unmistakably their own*.
* By leveraging the most comprehensive luxury customer data platform in North America, cutting-edge technology, and strong partnerships with the world's most esteemed brands, Saks Global is shaping the future of luxury retail.

Saks Global Properties & Investments includes Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus flagship properties and represents nearly 13 million square feet of prime U.S. real estate holdings and investments in luxury markets.
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* YOU WILL BE:

**** As our Senior Labor & Employment (L&E) Counsel, you will be a trusted advisor to senior leadership, designing and implementing forward-thinking L&E strategies that align with our brand’s values and operations. With your previous experience in employment law, workforce issues, and cross-functional collaboration, you possess the hands-on ability to own and lead initiatives related to risk mitigation, policy development, global compliance, and employee relations.
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* WHAT YOU WILL DO:

***** Provide timely advice to internal business partners on all aspects of employment law, including hiring, performance management, compensation, benefits, accommodations, investigations, and terminations.
* Partner with the People team to proactively manage risk, draft policies, and advise on workforce strategy, employee relations, investigations, and all other aspects of employment law compliance.
* Design, develop, and implement employment policies, trainings, and compliance frameworks aligned with local laws and company values.
* Advise on internal investigations related to employee misconduct, discrimination, harassment, and whistle blower complaints, ensuring consistent, lawful, and brand-aligned outcomes.
* Provide strategic counsel on workforce restructuring, performance management, wage & hour issues, and employee transitions (hires, terminations, separations).
* Manage and partner with external counsel on litigation, administrative claims, and audits, maintaining alignment with company priorities and reputation.
* Collaborate on labor relations strategy and union matters, where applicable, with a focus on positive employee engagement.
* Monitor legal developments and emerging risks in employment law, advising business partners on practical implications and proactive measures.
* Support and participate in cross-functional projects related to overall business goals, such as data retention, data privacy, and supply chain ethics.
* Manage multiple priorities and projects independently, while staying aligned with business objectives and evolving legal requirements.
* Work independently and collaboratively at speed in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
* Other projects as directed by management.
**** WHAT YOU WILL BRING:
***** J.D. or equivalent law degree; licensed and in good standing in New York or qualified to register as in-house counsel in New York.
* 4–9 years of labor & employment law experience, including in-house experience with a multinational company or top-tier law firm.

Experience with California employment matters a major plus.
* Demonstrated ability to advise executives, HR leaders, and business stakeholders with clear, pragmatic, and business-savvy counsel.
* Strong knowledge of U.S. employment laws (Title VII, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, etc.); familiarity with global legal frameworks.
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and time management skills.
* Proven track record of managing complex…