Senior Lead Counsel & Group Director – International Employment Law & Immigration at Walmart

Bentonville, Arkansas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, LegalIndustries

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
  • Active license to practice law in at least one state in the United States
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of legal experience
  • Minimum of four (4) years of experience leading cross-functional teams
  • Extensive knowledge and experience in international and cross-border/global mobility employment law, and immigration/work authorization law
  • Variety of legal experience (ex. in-house, government, law firm) preferred
  • Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Responsibilities

  • Supervise a team and provide legal support and guidance on international and cross-border/global mobility employment law, and immigration/work authorization law, and provide employment law support on other enterprise initiatives
  • Collaborate with internal teams to develop and implement policies and practices that align with labor and employment legal requirements and business goals
  • Stay up-to-date with changes in international employment laws and immigration/work authorization laws

Skills

International Employment Law
Immigration Law
Global Mobility
Cross-Border Employment Law
Work Authorization
Team Leadership
Legal Advisory
Labor & Employment Law

Walmart

Global retail chain offering affordable products

About Walmart

Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.

Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans

Risks

Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.

Differentiation

Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.

Upsides

Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.

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