Assistant General Counsel

This role is out of Provo, Utah.

About this Role: 
The Assistant General Counsel will provide expert legal counsel and guidance on a wide range of matters, including litigation and human resources-related matters and providing legal support to the HR department. The role also involves supporting manufacturing, product development, value stream, marketing efforts and ensuring that the Company adheres to applicable regulations, helping to mitigate legal risks, and fostering a legally sound and productive work environment. 

Additionally, this position requires litigation expertise to manage the Company’s litigation matters and oversee outside counsel. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in representing clients in various legal disputes and a strong understanding of courtroom procedures, legal research, and advocacy. 

Key Responsibilities  

• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents and contractual arrangements  

• Offer legal guidance and advice to management and cross functional groups. 

• Stay abreast of developments in direct selling and product categories. 

• Partner with legal and compliance teams to help implement and administer the Company’s compliance programs. 

• Provide support and legal counsel regarding product manufacturing and development marketing, and intellectual property.  

(Human Resource Focus): 

• Provide legal advice on employment-related issues, including hiring, termination, discrimination, harassment, wage and hour laws, employee classification, and worker's compensation. 

• Assist in the development and implementation of workplace policies, procedures, and employee handbooks to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws. 

• Draft, review, and revise employment contracts, non-disclosure agreements, severance agreements, and other HR-related legal documents. 

• Manage and resolve employee disputes, including mediation, negotiations, and settlement discussions. 

• Represent the Company in employment-related legal matters, including labor disputes, wrongful termination claims, wage disputes, and workplace discrimination or harassment cases. 

• Advise HR and management on best practices for handling employee relations issues to minimize risk and ensure compliance with legal requirements. 

• Stay up to date with the latest developments in labor and employment law and ensure the organization’s policies reflect any changes in legislation. 

• Collaborate with other legal team members, HR, and executives on cross-functional legal projects, including mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and organizational changes. 

• Assist in the preparation and management of employment-related litigation, including document discovery, motions, and trial preparation. 

• Conduct training sessions for HR personnel and management on key employment law topics such as discrimination, harassment preventio