Labor & Employment Counsel

LocationIrving, TX
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


it’s what’s inside that counts


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There’s more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it’s the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills and offices that make us who we are as a company. Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering:

Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision and Dental
Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation
4.5% Company Match 401(k) Plan
$500 Annual Company-paid Lifestyle Benefit
Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Training and Advancement Opportunities


Why This Job

CMC is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking mid-level Labor & Employment Attorney to join our growing legal team. If you're passionate about workplace law and ready to tackle diverse challenges in a Fortune 500 manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you!

CMC provides an excellent opportunity to learn the steel, construction reinforcement and ground stabilization industries and to grow in your career. Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running manufacturing equipment or troubleshooting technical obstacles, at CMC, you’ll get the training and support from your team that you need to excel in your role and reach your full potential.


What You'll Do

Provide legal guidance to clients on a variety of issues involving employment law, including terminations, reasonable accommodation, FLSA status employment agreements, wage/hour compliance, safety, disciplinary action, and general employee relations
Manage outside counsel and develop lead strategy for litigation, labor disputes, agency charges, audits and claims
Make recommendations regarding the potential resolution of cases, including potential settlement as well as the litigation of legal proceedings against other parties
Assist in the development, review, and implementation of company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations
Conduct research and analysis on labor and employment laws and regulations to provide guidance to management and HR, and think creatively about ways to avoid and mitigate potential legal risks
Assist in the preparation and review of employment contracts, restrictive covenant agreements, and other legal documents
Participate in internal investigations related to employee complaints and workplace incidents
Represent the company in administrative proceedings and assist in the preparation of responses to government agency inquiries and administrative charges
Stay abreast of changes in labor and employment law, and update internal clients on pertinent new legislation and court decisions, and address potential impact to the company
Appear for the company at mediations, hearings, trials, etc., as necessary


What You'll Need

Licensed to practice law in at least one state in the United States
At least 3 years of substantial experience in labor and employment law within a well-established law firm or corporate environment, including experience counseling clients
Strong understanding of federal, state, and local labor and employment laws and regulations
Excellent judgment and ability to assess risks
Strong interpersonal skills: must be comfortable interfacing directly with all levels of managers and department leaders as well as various members of the HR team
Ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-attorney internal clients in a concise, yet thorough, manner
Ability to problem-solve and think strategically and practically in ambiguous situations
Ability to work and coordinate across business units with an eye toward the bigger picture
High level of discretion, maturity and professionalism, especially when handling sensitive and confidential matters
Prior in-house experience preferred, but not required
Traditional labor and/or immigration law experience is a plus


Your Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA accredited law school

We are CMC, a Fortune 500 company at the leading edge of our industry. Our construction reinforcement and steel products have supported construction projects and structures around the world. The secret to our success? We’ve built our legacy by assembling a team of innovators and doers to tackle some of the most challenging construction reinforcement problems facing our world for more than 100 years — and we’re just getting started.

If you’re ready to join a team working to make our industry more sustainable, support the bridges, roadways, buildings and infrastructure that connects our communities, and do meaningful work, you’re ready to join CMC. Apply today and start moving your career — and our world — forward. Let's build a better world!

CMC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, or other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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