Senior Legal Counsel, Labor & Employment

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.

We are seeking a highly experienced Sr. Legal Counsel to join our Labor & Employment team within the Legal & Compliance department. As a key member of our dynamic and innovative team, you will collaborate with specialists who are at the forefront of cutting-edge technology development.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice to in-house clients on a wide range of employment compliance issues, including workplace conduct, hiring practices, leaves and accommodations, investigations, disciplinary actions, separations, and employee relations.
• Balance business objectives with risk mitigation strategies to ensure compliance and foster a positive work environment.
• Act as a strategic partner with Human Resources and manufacturing leaders to implement and enhance employment initiatives.
• Oversee and coordinate with the payroll department to ensure the accurate and compliant processing of benefits, deductions, and compensation changes.
• Advise on benefits compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and review agreements for company benefits programs.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in Labor Relations, providing guidance on collective bargaining agreements, union negotiations, and related matters.
• Develop and maintain subject matter expertise to support company operations across multiple states.
• Manage litigation strategy, including EEOC responses and communications with government agencies.
• Provide support for regulatory and compliance matters such as EEOC, OFCCP, AAPs, and EEO-1 reporting.
• Collaborate with Legal and Human Resources leadership teams to develop and implement company-wide strategies and processes that scale with business growth.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of legal experience with a strong focus on employment and labor law, including significant experience in benefits and compensation matters. Experience in both law firm and in-house legal department settings is preferred.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. college or university and membership in at least one U.S. state bar; the successful candidate will be required to obtain admission to the Washington State bar after hire.
• Proven ability to work efficiently and independently, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Capacity to respond calmly and effectively to situations requiring quick action and decision-making.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain productive work relationships and provide legal advice to clients at all levels.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with multi-state employment law issues.
• Certification or advanced training in Labor and Employment Law.
• Direct experience with benefits administration and compliance.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

 

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $177,567.00-$248,593.80

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check

• Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

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