Senior Counsel, Employment Law

Senior Counsel, Employment Law Location: Hybrid – Bethesda, MD; Manhattan, NY or Chicago, IL. At GEICO, the Senior Counsel will help support our people‑first strategy by partnering cross‑functionally across geographies and will be primarily responsible for: (i) guiding the development of all Company policies, processes, and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations; (ii) providing practical and effective counsel and advice to key internal partners and stakeholders on avoiding and mitigating employment risk; and (iii) responding to and addressing employment‑related disputes and escalations. Success in this role is built on the foundation of GEICO’s core leadership behaviors: Ownership: You take responsibility for outcomes in all scenarios. Adaptability: You navigate dynamic environments with creativity and resilience. Leading People: You empower individuals and teams to achieve their best. Collaboration: You build and strengthen partnerships across organizational lines. Driving Value: You use data‑driven insights to align actions with strategic goals. What You’ll Do Provide counsel and advice on proactively preventing employment and labor law risk and driving enterprise‑side compliance with state, local, and federal workplace laws and requirements, including EEO, leave and accommodations, health and safety, employee benefits, wage and hour, and immigration laws. Partner closely with internal stakeholders within the People Group and elsewhere on responding to and resolving internal escalations and issues affecting employees. Manage and respond to attorney demand letters and other external (pre‑suit) escalations. Partner with key stakeholders on building best‑in‑class processes for ensuring proper and consistent application of Company policies, processes, and procedures across the associate lifecycle. Conduct research as needed to provide relevant advice. Proactively monitor legislation, regulations, and emerging trends in labor and employment law. What We’re Looking For Must possess a J.D. and an active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. 8 years of relevant substantive experience in a large in‑house legal department, law firm, government, and/or in‑house HR/Employee Relations role. Experience managing government investigations/audits and/or internal investigations. Experience working with cross‑functional partners to drive scalable HR solutions to mitigate employment law risk. 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 and manage multiple priorities, projects, and stakeholders. Prior insurance industry experience is a plus. Why Join GEICO Meaningful Impact: Resolve issues and enhance customer satisfaction. Inclusive Culture: Join a company that values inclusion, collaboration, and innovation. Professional Growth: Access GEICO’s industry‑leading training programs and development opportunities: licensing and continuing education at no cost, leadership development programs, and hundreds of eLearning courses. Benefits: Comprehensive Total Rewards program, 401(k) plan with 6% match, performance incentives, tuition assistance, mental health care, fertility and adoption assistance, and workplace flexibility. Annual Salary $158,875.00 – $260,350.00. The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are considered to arrive at the final offer, including scope and responsibilities, candidate experience, education, training, location, and market. Please note: GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position. Equal Employment Opportunity The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr GEICO