Full-Time

Employment Counsel Manager

Updated on 4/25/2024

FanDuel

FanDuel

1,001-5,000 employees

Sports betting and daily fantasy sports provider

Data & Analytics

Compensation Overview

$150,000 - $170,000Annually

+ Medical Insurance + Vision Insurance + Dental Insurance + Life Insurance + Disability Insurance + 401(k) Matching Program + Short-term Incentive Compensation + Long-term Incentive Compensation + Cash Bonuses + Stock Program Participation + Flexible Time Off + Paid Company Holidays + Paid Sick Time

Mid

New York, NY, USA

Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • JD from a top tier law school
  • Minimum of 3 years of labor and employment experience at a nationally-recognized law firm or internet/technology company
  • Experience providing employment legal advice and litigating employment matters
  • Passion to work hard in a fast-paced, start-up environment
  • Excellent communication (written and verbal)
  • Detail-oriented, organized, efficient and resourceful
  • Must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays if necessary
  • Knowledge of sports and/or experience working within a heavily regulated industry is a plus
Responsibilities
  • Provide legal guidance to colleagues in Human Resources and other key business partners regarding all substantive employment law areas as directed by the Director – Labor and Employment
  • Assist with providing employment legal advice in a broad range of employment related matters, including employee relations, leaves and accommodations wage and hour, immigration, and protective covenants
  • Draft and counsel on employment-related documents, including contracts, offer letters, agreements and policies
  • Keep abreast of and address compliance and issues of interpretation under federal, state and local employment laws including the Age Discrimination In Employment Act, Older Workers Benefit Protection Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, Fair Labor Standards Act, Title VII, ACA, and Paid Leave
  • Assist with employment law-related projects, including process reviews, new policy creation and implementation, and creation and delivery of training programs
  • Provide support on employment-related pre-litigation and litigation Oversee outside counsel as needed
  • Pitch in as needed on non-employment related litigation matters
  • Monitor legislation, regulations, case law, and government oversight activities relating to employment issues and provide proactive, strategic advice to the relevant partners
  • Provide legal support for FanDuel's diversity, equity and inclusion
  • Maintain and keep up-to-date expert knowledge of employment laws, regulations, pending legislation and efforts
  • Build close relationships with personnel at supported business business operations
  • Provide sound business judgment, confidence, a sense of ownership, drive, comfort making tough calls where the answer is not clear, and an aptitude to learn quickly the nuances of the internet, technology and media businesses

FanDuel Group specializes in sports betting, fantasy sports, and online casino games, employing sports-tech to enhance user engagement across various popular sports and leagues. This company stands out as a leader in the sports-tech industry, providing services to a vast customer base of approximately 17 million across the US. Its commitment to technological advancement and customer satisfaction make it an exciting workplace for those passionate about merging technology with sports entertainment.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$4.6B

Headquarters

New York, New York

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

19%

2 year growth

71%

Benefits

From peer-to-peer learning to industry conferences, there are a number of ways to develop your career

From your head to your toes we’ve got you covered with our 100% health insurance coverage

We keep a well-stocked supply of snacks and refreshments to keep you going throughout the day

Flexible hours and vacation scheduling let you work when you’re at your best

We provide the latest tech and equipment, you get the job done