Labor & Employment Associate Attorney

The Research Foundation for SUNY • Albany, NY • 2h ago

Location: Albany, NY Category: Other Posted On: Mon Feb 2 2026 Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel, lead the legal human relations and employee relations functions and advising corporate and operation location managers on labor and employment law issues, including but not limited to performance and disciplinary matters, accommodations and leave issues, separations, hiring, layoffs and reductions in force, visa and immigration matters, wage and hour issues.

Develop and review policies, procedures and handbooks, monitor and communicate legal developments to corporate and operating locations, develop and present labor and employment related training to RF and SUNY campus leaders, managers and employees on issues such as sexual harassment prevention, discrimination, and retaliation prevention and legal updates and developments; labor campaigns, and other relevant topics.

Represent the RF in all stages of employment litigation before federal and state courts and administrative agencies, including court appearances, research and prepare briefs, complaints, answers and replies, motions to dismiss, to compel and motions for summary judgment and supporting briefing; discovery, including e-discovery, draft and implement litigation holds, document collection and review for RF litigation and manage outside counsel as needed in litigation matters;

Represent the RF in responding to/defending administrative charges, including drafting position statements, responding to information requests, witness preparation, and appearing and presenting evidence at administrative hearings;

Represent the RF in arbitrations and mediations and engage in effective dispute resolution;

Represent the RF in other litigation matters, including commercial litigation;

Counsel RF and SUNY business and academic leadership on a broad range of complex and novel legal, business, and strategic issues, relating to RF work in support of SUNY sponsored activities;

Prepare, negotiate, and manage contracts, leases, and other legal documents with contractors, vendors, research sponsors, and governmental entities;

Respond to information requests and subpoenas;

Conduct and/or assist with conducting internal investigations; work with SUNY counsel on corresponding investigations as needed;

Supervise and work effectively with external counsel as appropriate.

Promote and support company policies, procedures, mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity; support the corporation's control environment by helping to identify, assess, and manage legal risks and liabilities, assist with the creation, implementation, and enhancement of corporate processes, polices, and procedures, and partner with business unit leaders to identify and facilitate business process improvement initiatives; and

Perform other legal and administrative functions to support the RF's strategic and operating plans.

Job Requirements:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

JD from an accredited law school, membership in good standing or eligibility for membership in NY State bar;

A minimum of 5 years of experience, including in-house counsel or related law firm practice;

Legal experience focused on employment, litigation, and human resource matters, including knowledge of employment discrimination laws, including but not limited to Title VII, FMLA, ADA, ADEA/OWBPA, FLSA, New York State Human Rights Law, New York Labor Law, New York City Human Rights Law, and other federal, state and local employment laws.

Experience with legal research, discovery, document collection, motion drafting, and other matters relating to litigation.

Experience with investigations and compliance matters;

Proficiency in Microsoft word; competency in PowerPoint and Excel.

Additional Information:

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong work ethic, superior organizational skills, and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment under time constraints and work well independently and as a collaborative team member;

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation and training capabilities and ability to relate and work well with people of many cultures, disciplines, and levels of experience;

Willingness to travel to campuses in the SUNY system as needed; Commitment to the mission of the RF and our goals to benefit SUNY and the State of New York

Compensation for this position: The compensation for this role is between $135,000 - $150,000. The pay will depend on a variety of factors that may include but are not limited to experience, education, training, and certifications.

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