Employment Counsel

About Us:ResMed is a leading health tech company dedicated to improving patient lives by creating products and solutions that people love. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee feels valued and respected.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced in-house Employment Counsel to join our legal team. The successful candidate will provide expert legal advice and support on a wide range of employment-related matters, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, with a particular emphasis on California employment law. This role requires a deep understanding of employment law, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel on employment-related issues, including hiring, termination, discrimination, harassment, wage and hour laws, and employee benefits, with a focus on California employment law.

• Draft, review, and update employment contracts, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

• Conduct internal investigations related to employee complaints and workplace issues.

• Represent the company in employment-related arbitration, and mediation.

• Collaborate with the People Team and management to develop and implement effective employee relations strategies.

• Stay current on changes in employment law and advise the company on potential impacts.

• Provide training and guidance to the People Team and management on employment law matters.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

• Admission to the bar of a state and able to practice in-house.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in employment law, preferably in an in-house counsel role

• Experience in Canadian market is a bonus

• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, with a particular emphasis on California employment law.

• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.