Counsel, Employment Law

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.​

General Mills is seeking an Employment Law Counsel to join the Legal & Corporate Affairs team in a role based in Minneapolis. This attorney will serve as a primary employment law advisor for key U.S. client groups, including the North America Supply Chain function, while also supporting U.S. labor law matters and employment litigation management.

This role is designed for a lawyer who can provide practical, strategic counsel in an evolving compliance environment and help advance critical enterprise programs and risk-reduction efforts. The attorney in this role will report to the Vice President, Employment Law, Ethics and Compliance and join a small, collaborative team that provides employment and labor law support globally.

Key Accountabilities

• Serve as a primary legal advisor on employment law matters for aligned client groups, providing practical counsel with limited direction.

• Act as a key legal partner on U.S. labor law matters, including support for the Labor Relations Director.

• Manage employment litigation and dispute resolution for aligned client groups.

• Support and advise internal centers of excellence such as contingent worker management team, leave and time off team, policy and compliance teams, talent acquisition and compensation.

• Partner with HR Compliance to manage changing compliance requirements across North America.

• Support development and implementation of training for employees across the enterprise on critical workplace topics, including harassment prevention.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

• 5+ years of experience practicing employment and/or labor law, including litigation and counseling experience.

• Admitted to practice law in Minnesota, or willing to gain admission in Minnesota.

• Strong judgment, strategic and analytical thinking, and business acumen, with the ability to prioritize and work autonomously across multiple matters.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to various stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders.

• Strong learning agility and a growth-oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Labor law experience

• Familiarity with HRIS systems, e-discovery management, and collective actions.

• Experience advising business clients in operational environments such as supply chain or manufacturing.

SALARY RANGE

The salary range for this position is:

$128,900 - $214,900 Annual

At General Mills we strive for each employee's pay at any point in their career to reflect their experiences performance and skills for their current role. The salary range for this role represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, educations, skills, work experience, certifications, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. ​

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Beyond base salary, General Mills offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks. Benefits may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors. You may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program. An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)​

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

REASONABLE ACCOMODATION REQUEST

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