Senior Counsel, Employment Litigation & Investigations - Chevy Chase, MD (HYBRID)

GEICO is seeking an experienced employment litigation attorney to join its in-house Legal Department. The Senior Counsel, Employment Litigation & Investigations will be responsible for the management of employment litigation, administrative agency complaints and charges, and internal and external workplace investigations. The role will also be responsible for providing advice and counsel on employment law compliance and mitigation of legal risk.  This role will partner closely with human resources, finance, and other business teams, while forming part of a collaborative Legal Department that is valued for its practical advice. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of relevant substantive experience in a large in-house legal department or law firm. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong judgment, a broad range of litigation management experience, and an eagerness to be involved in a dynamic company.
 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage and drive strategy for complex employment litigation matters, internal investigations, administrative agency charges, and other related matters.

• Collaborate with and manage outside counsel.

• Advise internal stakeholders on compliance with federal and state employment laws, best personnel practices, litigation strategy, metrics, and risks.

• Coordinate and actively participate in internal discovery activities in partnership with human resources, finance, and legal management.

• Manage legal risks and resolve disputes.

• Facilitate the escalation of complex matters to internal stakeholders and referral to outside counsel while maintaining control over case management and budget.

• Conduct research as needed to provide relevant advice.

• Proactively monitor legislation, regulations, and emerging trends in insurance, claims, privacy, employment law, and litigation procedure.

• Counsel and advise GEICO leadership on pending litigation and litigation trends.

Basic Qualifications:

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

• Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

• 8 or more years of experience litigating federal and state employment cases and/or managing federal and state employment litigation at a law firm, government, and/or in-house role.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-lawyers.

• Ability to balance legal risk and business objectives.

• Proficiency in managing multiple priorities, projects, and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing complex employment litigation, including adverse impact, pattern and practice, and other multi-plaintiff litigation. 

• Experience managing government investigations/audits and internal and external workplace investigations.

• Experience working with cross-functional teams, both legal and non-legal.

• Trial, motion, administrative hearing and appellate experience.

Location – Hybrid: This position is a hybrid role and will require 3 days working onsite in the Chevy Chase, MD office.

 

Annual Salary

$166,050.00 - $260,350.00

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

 

At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

 

Benefits:

As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Training and Licensures

*Benefits may be different by location.  Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.