Senior Corporate Counsel - Employment

Senior Corporate Counsel - Employment

What you will be doing: Working under the supervision of the General Counsel, the Senior Corporate Counsel - Employment will primarily provide legal advice, guidance, and support to Premier’s human resources organization. This position serves as the key legal resource overseeing all areas of employment, benefit management, vendor and supplier management, litigation support, policy management, mergers and acquisition support, HR compliance, and various other areas as they relate to Human Resources. The role requires independence on complex legal matters with various business teams and senior management and providing clear, actionable legal guidance in a time‑sensitive manner. The position interacts with Premier executives, vendors, regulatory agencies, and outside counsel on assigned matters. Additional responsibilities include training sessions on relevant legal matters, monitoring current legal developments related to areas of responsibility as assigned by the General Counsel.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and advise on claims and enforcement of employment agreements, restrictive covenants, compensation documents, severance plans, and applicable procedures.
• Assist in periodic review and update of onboarding documents for new employees, including offer letters, employment agreements, confidentiality agreements, etc.
• Assist in periodic review of employee benefit plan documents and other benefit contracts as needed.
• Advise HR team on matters relating to new hires, transfers, and terminations of employees, and with respect to temporary and contract labor, including background check process.
• Participate in the review and maintenance of the company’s Employment Policies and other related documents.
• Advise HR team on management of contingent labor and independent contractor programs.
• Advise HR team on new laws, pending legislation or other compliance matters as they arise.
• Provide mergers & acquisitions experience, including transaction diligence and employee integration.
• Aide in the oversight of HR compliance program.
• Provide litigation support, including handling all labor and employment disputes that arise company‑wide and in multiple jurisdictions: EEOC complaints, wage and hour disputes, FMLA/ADA matters, and wrongful termination.
• Consult with other members of the legal team on employment, labor, and compliance matters as they arise.
• Manage matters related to offshore labor and visas.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of applicable experience.
• Juris Doctorate (required).
• Active member of a state bar (required).
• Experience providing employment advice & counsel for a white‑collar workforce.
• Strong academic credentials (preferred).
• Additional skills: ability to remain stationary for prolonged periods, adapt priorities quickly, meet deadlines, pay attention to detail, operate computer programs and software, communicate effectively in person and electronically.
• Ability to make independent decisions and to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

Additional Job Requirements

• Prolonged stationary working; adaptability to changing priorities; meeting deadlines.
• Attention to detail, computer proficiency, effective communication.
• Independent decision‑making; collaborative teamwork.

Compensation & Benefits

Premier’s compensation philosophy ensures reasonable, equitable, and competitive pay. Salary range for this role is $164,000–$305,000, subject to market factors. Qualified employees receive benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) retirement program, paid time off, employee incentive plans, tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

EEO Statement

Premier is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful discrimination. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability or a sincerely held religious belief. Premier complies with affirmative action responsibilities where applicable.