Conducting and managing workplace investigations involving employee relations concerns, allegations of misconduct, fraud, workplace violence, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other employment-related matters.
Independently leading investigations from intake through resolution, including witness interviews, evidence review, fact-finding, and report preparation.
Providing legal guidance on employment law, workplace compliance, and employee relations matters.
Collaborating with client stakeholders, Human Resources teams, compliance professionals, and business leaders to address workplace concerns and implement appropriate corrective actions.
Drafting investigation plans, witness interview summaries, investigation reports, findings, and other related documentation.
Advising clients on compliance with applicable employment laws, workplace policies, and HIPAA requirements where relevant.
Managing sensitive and confidential legal issues for clients across multiple industries.
Staying ahead of employment law developments, workplace investigation best practices, and regulatory changes to provide proactive counsel.
Requirements
2-5 years of experience in employment law, workplace investigations, employee relations, or a related practice area.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and workplace investigation practices.
Experience conducting or supporting workplace investigations, including employee relations, fraud, and workplace violence matters.
Proven ability to independently manage investigations and advise clients on employment-related risks and compliance issues.
Familiarity with HIPAA and privacy-related compliance requirements.
Excellent communication, interviewing, legal writing, technology, and problem-solving skills.
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
Preferred Skills:
Experience conducting investigations in healthcare, life sciences, or other highly regulated industries.
Demonstrated experience preparing investigation reports and presenting findings to senior stakeholders.
Experience partnering with Human Resources, compliance, ethics, or employee relations teams.
Professional certifications related to workplace investigations, compliance, or employee relations are a plus.
Benefits
About Axiom:Learn more about life at Axiom .Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today's business landscape with best in class alterative legal services.Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offRemote work optionsFlexible schedule
Additional Information
Join Our Team as an Employment Investigations Attorney at Axiom
Location: Remote
We are seeking junior and mid-level Employment Investigations Attorneys to join Axiom. You will provide legal advice and support to our clients across a variety of industries, ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and fostering respectful workplace cultures. This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with leading clients on sensitive workplace matters, conducting investigations, advising on employee relations issues, and helping organizations navigate complex employment law challenges. This is an existing vacancy.
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