Director & Associate General Counsel, Labor & Employment, Litigation Job
Armstrong World IndustriesAbout the role
Primary location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Relocation offered: Yes
Employment status: Full-Time
Travel: 11%-25%
Non-compete: Yes
The estimated base salary range for this role is “$180,000 to $220,000” per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors
What does it mean to work at Armstrong?
It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.
By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:
A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, product discount programs and many more.
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
A casual work environment where we have a recognition program for our team, and service awards. You will also be able to make the most of our fitness center and lunchtime cafe.
A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results.
Reporting to the Senior Vice President, General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel, Labor & Employment, Litigation plays a critical role in advising and representing the company on all aspects of U.S. employment law and regulations. This includes providing legal counsel on labor relations, accommodations, leave policies, performance management, and employment litigation. You will oversee labor disputes, employee benefits and compensation matters, and employment agreements while ensuring compliance with federal contractor regulations, including OFCCP, EEOC, and NLRB requirements. Additionally, you will lead training initiatives on employment and labor law, support diversity and inclusion efforts, and drive labor and bargaining strategies, including complex union negotiations
What's in It for You:
- A high-impact leadership role where you will shape labor and employment legal strategies for a leading organization.
- Direct exposure to executive leadership and the opportunity to influence company-wide legal and compliance policies.
- Dynamic and collaborative environment that values strategic thinking, innovation, and proactive problem-solving.
- The ability to manage high-stakes litigation, regulatory compliance, and labor relations, contributing to the company’s long-term success.
What You'll Do:
- Provide expert legal counsel on U.S. employment law, labor relations, regulatory compliance, and litigation.
- Oversee and advise on labor disputes, union negotiations, employee benefits, and employment agreements.
- Manage employment-related litigation, EEOC and NLRB matters, and compliance with federal contractor regulations.
- Lead the company’s general litigation strategy, working closely with internal stakeholders and outside counsel.
- Ensure adherence to federal, state, and industry laws by managing a comprehensive compliance program.
- Deliver training and legal guidance to leadership and employees on employment and labor law matters.
- Supervise the Compliance Manager, fostering a culture of ethical and legal integrity across the organization.
What Will Make You Successful:
- Strong leadership skills and ability to navigate complex legal and business challenges.
- Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills, with a proactive problem-solving approach.
- High professional maturity, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive legal matters.
- Ability to work independently while also thriving in a collaborative, matrixed organization.
- Experience in managing external counsel and ensuring legal strategie
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