Senior Corporate Counsel – Labor & Employment
At Trane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.
What’s in it for you:
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.
Thrive at work and at home:
· Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
· Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
· 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
· Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.
· Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
· Learn more about our benefits here!
Where is the work:
This position has been designated as a Hybrid work schedule with work performed onsite 3 days each week.
Job Summary:
We are looking for a Senior Corporate Counsel, who would be part of our Labor and Employment team. This person would practice in the area of Labor & Employment law as follows:
- Be a trusted legal advisor on a wide range of areas, including, hiring, employee relations, leaves and disability accommodation, and terminations
- Working with and advising business clients directly, as well as providing guidance and practical solutions for various labor and employment law issues in a fast-paced environment
- Developing an innovative approach to legal issues in support of strategic business initiatives and objectives with a high level of professionalism and outstanding business judgement
- Respond to and manage pre-litigation claims, agency charges and litigation
- Assisting outside counsel in responding to discovery and developing defense strategies including consideration of early resolution
- Identify legal requirements and risks and help determine how to sensibly respond to them
- Conduct training sessions for employees and human resources professionals on labor & employment issues
- Review and provide mentorship on drafting and development of Human Resources policies and procedures
- Assist with affirmative action planning and provide OFCCP audit support.
Qualifications:
- Percentage of Travel: <5%
- Min. Yrs. Experience: 5+
- Education Type: Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
- 5+ years of labor & employment experience, including practice in a law firm
- Must be licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- Strong professionalism and skill in a team environment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Should have excellent negotiation, drafting, analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be a proactive and forward-thinking and demonstrate initiative
- Must be able to work in a team-oriented and fun but fast-paced environment
Compensation:
Base Pay Range: $168,900-224,100
Equal Employment Opportunity:
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.