We are seeking a seasoned Senior Litigation Counsel with deep expertise in employment law to join our in-house legal team. This role will focus on managing employment-related litigation and disputes, advising on employment policies and compliance, and supporting HR and business leaders on sensitive personnel matters. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on litigation experience, strategic thinking, and a collaborative mindset to help navigate complex employment issues in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Primary Responsibilities
· Employment Litigation Management: Oversee all aspects of employment-related litigation, including pre-litigation disputes, active cases, mediations, arbitrations, and appeals. Manage outside counsel and ensure strategic, cost-effective representation.
· Legal Strategy Development: Analyze employment law issues and develop litigation and dispute resolution strategies to minimize risk and achieve favorable outcomes.
· Advice and Counseling: Provide proactive legal advice and counseling to the Human Resources department on a wide range of employment law issues, including hiring practices, employee relations, performance management, disciplinary actions, terminations, accommodations, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
· Policy and Compliance: Draft, review, and update employment policies, handbooks, and training materials to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
· Monitoring Trends: Stay current on employment law developments and industry trends that may impact the company.
Required Competencies
· Demonstrated experience managing employment litigation and dispute resolution.
· Deep knowledge of employment laws including Title VII, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and state equivalents.
· Strong understanding of litigation processes in both state and federal courts.
· Proven ability to manage complex matters and collaborate across departments.
· Familiarity with alternative dispute resolution methods.
· Excellent writing, communication, and negotiation skills.
· Ability to work at both strategic and tactical levels in a “no ego” team environment.
· Orientation toward process improvement and scalable legal solutions.
· Ability to manage budget/cost center and prioritize high-demand workload.
Education and Experience
· Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
· Active bar membership in good standing in Texas.
· Minimum of 7 years of employment litigation experience, preferably with a mix of law firm and in-house roles.
About Integrity
Integrity is one of the nation’s leading independent distributors of life, health and wealth insurance products. With a strong insurtech focus, we embrace a broad and innovative approach to serving agents and clients alike. Integrity is driven by a singular purpose: to help people protect their life, health and wealth so they can prepare for the good days ahead.
Integrity offers you the opportunity to start a career in a family-like environment that is rewarding and cutting edge. Why? Because we put our people first! At Integrity, you can start a new career path at company you’ll love, and we’ll love you back. We’re proud of the work we do and the culture we’ve built, where we celebrate your hard work and support you daily. Joining us means being part of a hyper-growth company with tons of professional opportunities for you to accelerate your career. Integrity offers our people a competitive compensation package, including benefits that make work more fun and give you and your family peace of mind.
Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Integrity is committed to meeting Americans wherever they are — in person, over the phone or online. Integrity’s employees support hundreds of thousands of independent agents who serve the needs of millions of clients nationwide. For more information, visit Integrity.com.
Integrity, LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, Integrity, LLC will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.