Michelin is hiring!

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The Opportunity
Michelin has an immediate opening in for a Corporate Counsel with an Employment and Labor Law Focus who will provide legal advice on employment law, ERISA/benefits law and labor law to internal clients and implement actions to proactively reduce risks in those areas. The ideal candidate will oversee litigation in this area and manage the performance of external legal counsel and external counsel budgets. The ideal candidate must be adept at handling sensitive information and be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality while displaying professionalism in all aspects of the position. Commitment to excellence and the ability to deal tactfully and professionally with all levels of internal/external partners, company management and external legal counsel are qualities that will drive success in this role. This role is in a fast-paced environment and will require that you be able to handle multiple tasks and rapidly re-prioritize same based upon dynamic and evolving needs. Michelin's purpose is to support everyone's right to move freely to find their better way forward. If respect for people, teamwork and trust are some values you live by you should consider joining us!

This opportunity is at our region headquarters in Greenville, SC. Greenville is situated just about halfway between Charlotte, North Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia. Greenville's friendly, thriving downtown and surrounding areas are full of year-round activities for all ages. From one-of-a-kind shops, boutiques and art galleries to museums, tours, and many outdoor activities. This campus features a cafeteria, credit union, trademark store and health center. Our 1400 Corporate employees take pride in thinking globally to support the diverse US and Canadian workforce while acting locally to uplift and enhance our communities. We are driven to be the employer of choice for people looking for a career with respect and purpose. Come join our team!

What Will You Do:
* Performs and/or leads all levels of legal and factual research and provides supporting documentation in response to client requests and in conjunction with development of legal strategy.
* Provides reporting to senior Law Department and company management on meaningful issues and topics.
* Develops, implements, and maintains internal systems that promote effective, relevant and efficient legal services to internal business partners.
* Provides legal training to employees within the company on employment-related topics.
* Responsible for the preparation of Position Statements and the responses and negotiations for state and federal Charges of Discrimination.

What Will You Bring:

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited institution. Admission to and good standing in any state bar or DC bar.

• 2-4 years employment law experience; experience practicing in federal courts

• 2+ years Big Law employment law experience preferred

• In-house counsel experience preferred

• Proven, specific experience with workplace disputes, terminations, employee misconduct, discrimination claims, disability, and medical leave issues (ADA, FMLA), workplace safety, company human resource policy and company guidelines.

• Specific experience with employment related agencies (EEOC, NLRB, OSHA), defending charges and employment litigation as well as training managers and workforce.

• Experience with ERISA/benefits and data privacy issues preferred.

• Ability to organize technical and non-technical information logically and effectively.

• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills are essential, including teamwork, managing conflict and creativity.

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ability to learn other software systems.

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As the leading mobility company, we work with tires, around tires and beyond tires to enable Motion for Life. Dedicated to enhancing our clients' mobility and sustainability, Michelin designs and distributes the most suitable tires, services and solutions for our customers' needs. Michelin provides digital services, maps and guides to help enrich trips and travels and make them unique experiences. Bringing our expertise to new markets, we invest in high-technology materials, 3D printing and hydrogen, to serve a wide a variety of industries-from aerospace to biotech. Headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina, Michelin North America has approximately 23,000 employees and operates 34 production facilities in the United States and Canada.

MICHELIN tires have been ranked the #1 Tire Brand across major categories and segments by industry experts and consumers alike. For nearly three decades we've been recognized for our achievements in Customer Satisfaction, Performance, Durability, Technology and Innovation.

Michelin cares for the personal and professional development of its employees. We support career advancement through various options, which include: skill and career development, training, career exploration and work with cross-functional teams. We offer the possibility of a varied and fulfilling career path in an environment where unique contributions are valued.

Michelin offers 10 Business Resource Groups (BRGs) which are all-inclusive groups created and led by employees who have shared life experiences across various diversity dimensions. Each group supports business strategies and initiatives along with meeting the needs of members. The goal of each group is to help employees feel welcome and included, support employee engagement and encourage professional development. BRGs also provide cross-cultural support, career management resources and opportunities for community involvement.

Michelin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Consistent with these obligations, Michelin also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please contact us at .

This position is not available for immigration sponsorship.

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