Recommend and implement specific company responses to changes in governmental and legislative policies Coordinate with management personnel and hire outside counsel, as needed, to resolve employment law issues Support the planning and execution phases of various company products, services and projects influencing a course of action that balances optimal business results with legal and regulatory concerns Render assistance and counsel to all divisions and departments on the meaning and application of the company's policies and procedures and on other legal matters to ensure compliance with applicable law and consistency with other policies in terms of company philosophy and goals Perform complex research and investigations; design, draft and submit documents concerning legal issues to maintain compliance with various laws and regulations; provide legal interpretation of laws and regulations. Draft and review legal documents and review proposed transactions to ensure maximum benefit to the company and minimum exposure to risk Communicate and negotiate with external parties, such as government authorities and counsel for third parties Assist HR clients in periodic review of various policies and procedures Provide education to leadership on employment law compliance Collaborate with management to devise efficient compliance and defense strategies Perform independent special projects of a legal and confidential nature for the department or company, as assigned Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedure Perform other duties as required Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.