About Job
Wipro is looking for an attorney to join its in-house Employment Law team. This is a remote, full-time, mid-senior level position based in the United States, reporting directly to the Head of Employment Law for the United States and Canada. The ideal candidate will handle a range of employment law matters, providing real-time advice and support to various teams within Wipro.
About Organization
Wipro Limited is a leading global information technology, consulting, and business process services company. With over 10,001 employees, Wipro leverages cognitive computing, hyper-automation, robotics, cloud, analytics, and emerging technologies to help clients adapt to the digital world and make them successful. Wipro is recognized globally for its comprehensive portfolio of services, a strong commitment to sustainability, and good corporate citizenship.
Eligibility
- Minimum of three years of employment law experience.
- Hands-on experience managing employment litigation and counseling.
- Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to function as a strategic labor and employment thought leader.
- Willingness to travel as required.
Role and Responsibilities
- Handle employee-related disputes, review pre-litigation claims, and track employment litigation, arbitrations, and mediations.
- Work on claims involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour issues, whistleblowers, contractor classification, and other employment-law related issues.
- Advise HR and Risk teams on internal investigations across a mixed caseload of employment law matters.
- Provide labor and employment law advice regarding personnel hiring, retention, and separation issues to HR, Talent Acquisition teams, and business management.
- Review, draft, and negotiate employment-related agreements, policies, and related legal documents.
- Monitor and advise on new developments in employment laws, assessing their impact on the organization, and ensuring statutory compliance.
- Develop and improve employment law-related compliance processes and guidelines.
- Respond to statutory or customer audit queries and reviews.
- Identify areas for employment law-related training and provide such training to HR, employees, and management.
- Manage outside labor and employment counsel for cost control and effectiveness.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Perks
- Opportunity to work with a leading global IT services company.
- Engage in diverse and challenging legal matters.
- Collaborate with a multinational team.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Mode and Location
- Mode: Remote
- Location: United States
Application Procedure
Interested candidates can apply via LinkedIn . Ensure your resume highlights your legal experience, particularly in employment law and your ability to provide strategic advice in a fast-paced environment.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: Apply as soon as possible, as the job posting may close early due to the volume of applicants.
Official Link
For more details and to apply, visit Wipro’s LinkedIn page
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