Assistant General Counsel, Employment Law

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ABM is seeking an experienced employment lawyer who wants more than a traditional in-house role. This position is a trusted advisor to the business, shaping employment law strategy at a national scale within a complex, people-driven organization. In this role, you will work as part of a collaborative, high-performing team of employment attorneys to lead complex and business-critical employment matters supporting a workforce of more than 100,000 team members.

The role spans sophisticated litigation and day-to-day counseling and requires close partnership with Operations and Human Resources to address real business challenges in a practical, scalable way. A strong client focus, strategic mindset, accountability, and agility are essential. The successful candidate will be a collaborative partner who works effectively with leaders at all levels, translating legal risk into clear, actionable guidance.

* Minimum of seven years of relevant experience handling and/or managing employment law matters for multi-jurisdictional employers, gained in-house and/or at a law firm.

* Significant experience managing employment litigation, including the ability to independently assess risk, develop case strategy, effectively manage outside counsel, and evaluate resolution options at all stages of a matter. Courtroom experience is not required.

* Excellent communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to prepare executive-level summaries, deliver virtual and in-person presentations, and build productive relationships internally and externally.

* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters through effective prioritization, clear communication, and disciplined matter management, while working collaboratively within a high-performing team.

* Knowledge of California employment law and experience managing PAGA litigation is preferred.

* Extensive experience proactively identifying and assessing employment law risks and solving problems through well-reasoned practical recommendations aligned with business objectives.

* JD degree from an ABA accredited law school and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. state, district, or territory.

* Proficiency in MS Office 365 including MS Teams

* Desirable additional experience includes experience handling employment law issues in a union environment and/or labor relations matters, and advising on matters under the federal or state Occupational Safety & Health Act.

* Own and manage employment law disputes nationwide, including class and collective actions, single- and multi-plaintiff litigation, arbitrations, and government agency charges.

* Provide strategic oversight of employment litigation matters, including risk assessment, case strategy, budgeting and cost management, direction of outside counsel, and evaluation of appropriate early resolution…