Employment Counsel (part-time)

Responsibilities

Howmet Aerospace Inc. is currently in search of a part-time Employment Counsel to join the corporate Legal organization. This position will provide legal support to the Company on a wide variety of employment, labor, and/or benefits issues, supporting the Company’s business units and resource units with a focus on California employment law expertise.

This is a part-time, fully remote role with an expectation of 25-30 hours/week.

Major activities / Key challenges:

• Advise and counsel on a broad spectrum of employment law issues, including leaves of absence, hiring, discipline, terminations, contingent labor, job classifications, performance, wage and hour compliance, restrictive covenants, immigration, unfair labor practice charges, and reductions in force
• Advise on employment matters, both domestically and internationally, including state and federal compliance (e.g., ADA, ADEA, Title VII, FMLA, FLSA, WARN Act and state/municipal equivalents)
• Monitor legislation, regulations, case law, and government enforcement activities relating to employment issues and provide proactive, strategic advice to the HR community, and all relevant stakeholders with a focus on California specific regulations
• Provide support to team members addressing HR related investigations and litigation, including PAGA matters in California
• Coordinate with Regional Legal Counsel and Business Unit Counsel to provide legal services efficiently and effectively to the Company’s global business units
• Review, interpret and make recommendations to management for improvement of company policies, procedures, handbooks, and programs per changes in federal and state laws and regulations with a focus on California specific regulations
• Monitor federal, state, and local legislation, regulations, and case law on employment-related matters pertinent to the company; communicate updates and recommendations as needed
• Develop and conduct training and education programs on various employment law topics and benefits matters
• Influence and provide timely and effective legal and business advice, and effectively collaborate with corporate Legal staff
  
  

Essential knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Has excellent analytical, writing, editing and oral advocacy skills
• Demonstrates, advocates, and promotes Howmet’s values and policies, and compliance and Legal department practices
• Demonstrates commitment and accountability for timely completion of projects, with minimal monitoring or supervision
• Ability to develop effective working relationships within Howmet’s Legal Department and contacts within resource units and/or business units associated within their area of practice
• Active interest in continued professional development through the solicitation and participation in formal and informal learning activities, such as continuous legal education, participation on committees and/or the pursuit of assignments involving the opportunity to work with different attorneys, with different businesses and/or on new work content
• Practical problem-solving approach with the application of logic, formal education, research and training to the legal analysis and the development of solutions
• Ability to draft in a manner that is clear, precise, and appropriately detailed for the audience and intended purpose
• Ability to provide clear direction to the client regarding legal advice and Company policies and procedures
• Ability to advocate with the appropriate degree of confidence
• Ability to effectively communicate, collaborate and interact with a diverse group of clients, peers, support staff and team members
• Desire to ‘solve the problem’ and ‘add value’ with an understanding of how an assignment fits into a larger transaction, strategy, or initiative
• Ability to determine when to solicit the perspectives, experiences, and expertise of others to ensure and check understanding and minimize mistakes
• Professionalism, including the management of confidential information
• Ability to travel on behalf of the company
  
  

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Law degree (JD) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA)
• Currently a member of the California Bar admission in good standing
• Minimum of 10 years of employment law experience, specifically in California
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with unionized employees and the NLRB
• Benefits experience
• Experience working with a global company
  
  

Salary range: $135k-$150k/year approximation (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, and/or location).

About Us

About Howmet Aerospace

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $6.6 billion in revenue in 2023, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2023 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report .

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Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email TalentAcquisitionCoE_Howmet@howmet.com

About The Team

Working at Howmet’s Corporate Center

• You'll receive a generous 401k retirement plan, medical insurance, and free access to additional resource such as our Employee Assistance Program’s: counseling, legal consulting, childcare, convenience services, and more.
• Diversity Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) dedicated to fostering inclusive work environments that leverage the diversity of backgrounds, experience and thought within our organization.
• Ongoing opportunities to participate in a wide variety of Learning & Development programs.
• Offers a hybrid work schedule, promoting a collaborative work environment and flexibility.
• Participate in corporately sponsored volunteer service events
• Opportunities to plan and/or attend organized social & community based activities to build your network
• Onsite cafeteria options with a terrace overlooking the city, direct access to the Riverwalk, and a close proximity to PNC Park.
• Access to LifeBalance, where you can save money on the things we all love most - fun family time, the great outdoors, health, fitness, travel, sports, and the arts