Senior Counsel - Employment Law

As a member of Aon's Employment Law Team, you will assist a dynamic team of attorneys providing strategic, solution-oriented legal advice affecting a diverse workforce. You will be a trusted advisor supporting Aon's People Organization, business leaders, and other stakeholders.

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.

• Routinely advise to HR and business leaders on all aspects of the employee life cycle, including hiring, performance management, compensation, accommodations, leave, consequence management, terminations, pay equity, and restrictive covenants.
• Advise on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws including, but not limited to: FLSA, ADA/ADAAA, ADEA, Title VII, EPA, FMLA, OWBPA and state and local equivalents.
• Assist with and manage outside counsel as it relates to employment litigation including:
  • restrictive covenant
  • breach of contract claims
  • discrimination and retaliation claims
  • wage and hour claims
• Advise on matters related to employment agreements and compliance with restrictive covenants.
• Manage and respond to employment-related claims and demand letters.
• Draft employment, separation, and compensation agreements and plans.
• Support internal investigations.
• Assist with reductions in force and compliance with OWBPA.
• Partner with HR regarding investigation of internal complaints.
• Assist in responding to pre-litigation demands and EEOC/agency charges.
• Provide employment law support on cross-functional projects, such as corporate transactions/deals.
• Draft, review, and revise employment-related documents and policies.
• Monitor legal and regulatory updates at the federal, state, and local level and proactively update company policies and practices as needed.

• 3-7 years of relevant employment law experience with law firm. In-house experience preferred but not required.
• Positive, collaborative attitude and willingness to roll up your sleeves to work on a wide range of routine to complex projects.
• Employment and restrictive covenant litigation experience.
• Experience advising on employment laws and managing risk.
• Deep expertise and working knowledge of US employment laws; knowledge of Canada and Caribbean is a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with internal clients, including senior leadership, and work collaboratively across multiple functional groups.
• Ability to balance legal risks with business objectives and propose strategic solutions.
• Ability to manage numerous projects and deadlines, manage client expectations, and prioritize matters appropriately.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment to drive projects from start to finish with minimal oversight.
• Experience working in a large, matrixed organization is highly desirable.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to non-lawyers.

Education:

• JD and member of Illinois state bar in good standing.

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self thermore, all colleagues enjoy two "Global Wellbeing Days" each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well.

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued.

Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. You can request accommodations by emailing us at Reasonable

Accommodationsor your recruiter. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience.

For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.

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