Counsel II (Employment)

Responsibilities

• Specific Responsibilities
• Providing excellent legal advice and counsel to a broad assortment of internal partners on a variety of topics with a particular emphasis on mitigating litigation risks.
• Preparing and reviewing legal documents and providing legal analysis, interpretations, and recommendations in compliance with corporate policies and applicable law.
• Overseeing and assisting with document collection and discovery matters.
• Overseeing and conducting internal investigations.
• Representing the company in depositions, agency complaints, and other legal matters.
• Educating and training internal partners on legal topics and risk mitigation.
• Implementing best practices and procedures that will mitigate the company's risk.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Carrying out other appropriate duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.
• Workplace Investigations Oversee and advise on complex internal workplace investigations, ensuring fairness, thoroughness, and legal compliance.
• Risk Mitigation Supporting risk mitigation for areas of engagement, ensuring risks are identified and internal partners have information on potential risk mitigation strategies.
• Education/Experience/Certifications
• Education Requires a Juris Doctor degree.
• Experience Typically, eight or more years of experience in employment. Litigation and/or experience in labor are a plus
• Certifications, Licenses and Training Admitted to the Oregon State Bar or be willing and able to become a member of the Oregon State Bar.
• Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)
• Functional Competencies
• Prior experience in government, in-house or at a law firm in any of the following areas: litigation, investigations, employment, or labor.
• Working knowledge of applicable laws, regulat

Benefits

Additional Information

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven't stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We're always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all. The Counsel II role is a key strategic partner to our Human Resources and business leaders, providing expert legal guidance on a wide range of employment issues. This role demands a pragmatic, business-oriented attorney with a deep understanding of federal and state laws, capable of managing litigation, conducting investigations, training, and developing compliance strategies within the unique context of the energy industry, which includes unionized field employees subject to health and safety regulations (e.g., OR-OSHA). Experience in traditional labor law, including collective bargaining, grievance, arbitration, and union-related matters, is strongly preferred. However, candidates without direct traditional labor experience who demonstrate strong employment law fundamentals, sound judgment, and a willingness to learn will be considered. PGE is committed to providing on-the-job training and development in traditional labor matters for the right candidate. The best candidates for this role are people who enjoy variety in their work and are strong team players with the ability to work through ambiguity to achieve business objectives. They are also able to work independently and demonstrate sound risk assessment capabilities in a fast-paced environment.

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