Corporate Counsel , Labor & Employment at Curaleaf

Stamford, Connecticut, United States

Curaleaf Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cannabis, Legal ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the state bar in which the attorney resides or eligibility to practice as registered in-house counsel
  • 6+ years of employment law experience including significant litigation experience gained in private practice, and/or with a large multinational corporate organization
  • Strong working knowledge of employment laws, including discrimination and employee leave matters, under federal, state, and local laws
  • Ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear, concise, organized, persuasive manner
  • Ability to work independently but also perform as a strong team player
  • Superior interpersonal skills. Able to collaborate with diverse personalities. Tactful and flexible
  • Ability to work independently and anticipate business needs, being situationally pro-active
  • Ability to function in a fast-paced work environment, exhibiting agility and sense of urgency, manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Highly motivated and proactive; the ability to respond calmly, creatively and quickly in a fast-paced, high pressure, changing environment; takes ownership and has a strong work ethic
  • Legal analysis, reasoning, and writing, including the ability to quickly integrate and synthesize facts and law to make legally sound decisions in compressed timeframes
  • Excellent judgment and ability to assess risks and take firm positions to protect the company’s interests
  • Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to build and maintain strong relationships with relevant business stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Take charge of dispute management from attorney demands, administrative agency charges, and lawsuits in state or federal court. Handle disputes in a proactive manner to achieve the best result for the company, including managing budgets with outside counsel and reporting on litigation risks internally
  • Manage and assist on non-employment-related disputes, including the Company’s most material commercial, regulatory, and EHS-related matters
  • Assist in providing timely advice and counsel for all day-to-day matters to field management and field Human Resources (HR) on a broad range of employment law matters, including leaves of absence, reasonable accommodations, wage and hour, termination/discipline, employee relations and ethics investigations
  • Stay abreast of developments in federal, state, and local employment laws and employment legislation and manage compliance plans related to legislative changes
  • Provide training to HR and field management on various employment law topics
  • Work closely with HR to develop best practices, training, and employment strategy
  • Assist with strategic-focused employment law compliance projects

Skills

Employment Law
Litigation Management
Dispute Resolution
Wage and Hour
Leaves of Absence
Reasonable Accommodations
Employee Relations
Ethics Investigations
Legal Compliance
HR Advisory
State Court Litigation
Federal Court Litigation
Administrative Agency Charges

Curaleaf

Cultivates, processes, and sells cannabis products

About Curaleaf

Curaleaf provides a range of cannabis products for both medical and recreational users. The company grows, processes, and sells various cannabis items, including tinctures, flowers, and edibles. Their products utilize advanced encapsulation technology, which helps improve how well the body absorbs the active ingredients, leading to a better experience for users. Curaleaf stands out from competitors by not only selling products through dispensaries and online but also offering medical consultations to guide customers in their choices. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, exemplified by their B NOBLE program, which supports individuals affected by non-violent cannabis-related charges. The goal of Curaleaf is to provide high-quality cannabis products while promoting awareness and support for social justice issues.

Wakefield, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$955MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, Social Impact, HealthcareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance

Risks

Increased competition as more states legalize adult-use cannabis may impact market share.
Regulatory challenges in hemp-derived THC market could limit product offerings.
Potential financial strain from European expansion may affect short-term profitability.

Differentiation

Curaleaf offers a wide range of cannabis products for medical and recreational use.
The company uses advanced encapsulation technology for enhanced product absorption and efficacy.
Curaleaf's social responsibility initiatives, like B NOBLE, set it apart in the industry.

Upsides

Expansion into adult-use sales in Ohio and New York boosts customer base and sales.
Launch of Select Fruit Stiq caters to demand for discreet, flavorful vaping options.
Entry into European market via EMMAC acquisition positions Curaleaf for international growth.

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