Corporate Counsel

Deltek, Inc.
United States, Virginia, Herndon
Nov 12, 2024
05-Nov-2024 Corporate Counsel - Labor and Employment US Herndon, VA 9731BR Company Summary As the recognized global standard for project-based businesses, Deltek delivers software and information solutions to help organizations achieve their purpose. Our market leadership stems from the work of our diverse employees who are united by a passion for learning, growing and making a difference. At Deltek, we take immense pride in creating a balanced, values-driven environment, where every employee feels included and empowered to do their best work. Our employees put our core values into action daily, creating a one-of-a-kind culture that has been recognized globally. Thanks to our incredible team, Deltek has been named one of America's Best Midsize Employers by Forbes, a Best Place to Work by Glassdoor, a Top Workplace by The Washington Post and a Best Place to Work in Asia by World HRD Congress. www.deltek.com Business Summary The Deltek Legal team actively participates in powering the company's growth and success. We deliver top-notch legal support to high-visibility stakeholders within Deltek. If you're looking to join a dynamic and collaborative team that fosters learning and development, consider Deltek as the next step in your career! Position Responsibilities We are looking for a motivated, energetic attorney to join our Legal Team to support our continued growth strategy. The Corporate Counsel - Labor and Employment will: Provide guidance on day-to-day domestic labor and employment matters, including with respect to the Family Medical Leave Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act; Provide guidance on day-to-day international labor and employment matters, supporting our employee population in India, the Philippines, Europe and Australia; Draft and review offer letters, employment contracts, confidentiality agreements, employee handbooks, benefit plans, bonus and compensation plans, and other employment-related policies; Maintain a repository of global, federal and state rules relating to various labor and employment matters, including background checks, overtime rules, non-competition and non-solicitation agreements, leave policies and benefit plans; Evaluate and serve as a subject-matter expert on emerging labor and employment trends and best practices; Support our global mobility initiatives, including with respect to H-1 and L-1 visas, temporary work permits and intra-company transfers; Assist in the review, drafting and negotiation of privacy provisions in customer, partner and vendor contracts as they relate to employment matters; Conduct and advise on audits and assessments relating to employment matters; Serve on cross-functional due diligence and integration teams in connection with corporate acquisitions, providing guidance on employment-related matters; Support and guide the development and delivery of educational programs and training relating to corporate best practices; and Collaborate with other members of the Legal Team and Human Resources on corporate-wide initiatives. The ideal candidate would be able to: Quickly understand key business objectives; Collaborate effectively with key stakeholders across multiple business units; Rapidly assess potential risks, benefits and consequences of decisions; Summarize key legal, technical and business issues and propose practical alternatives; and Efficiently manage a large variety of projects with a significant degree of independence. Qualifications J.D. from a top school and bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction; 4+ years of relevant experience; Experience with multi-national and/or technology companies; Significant U.S. and global employment law experience; Highly developed written and oral communication skills; Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks; Positive attitude and interpersonal skills that will foster teamwork and effective collaboration within the Legal Team and across other business units; and Familiarity with and interest in technology and software-related concepts. Travel Requirements 10% Compliance Requirements Certain roles may have additional privacy, security and compliance requirements to the extent they support Costpoint GCCM or similar product offerings. EEO Statement Deltek, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. E-Verify Statement Deltek, Inc., utilizes the E-Verify program with every potential new hire. This makes it possible for us to make certain that every employee who works for Deltek is eligible to work in the United States. To learn more about E-Verify you can call 1-800-255-7688 or visit their website by clicking the logo below. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the United States Department of Homeland Security. Applicant Privacy Notice Deltek is committed to the protection and promotion of your privacy. In connection with your application for employment with us at Deltek, it is necessary for us to collect, store and use information about you ("Personal Data") to administer and evaluate your application. We are the "controller" of the Personal Data you provide us and will process any such Personal Data in accordance with applicable law and the statements contained in this Employment Candidate Privacy Notice. Additionally, we have not sold and do not sell Personal Data you provide to us through the job application process.