Sr. Counsel Aerospace - Employment

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

• Estimated annual base pay: $113,000 (min) - $147,000 (mid) - $181,000 (max)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

• 401(k) match (4.5%)

• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

• Paid parental leave

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits

• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

• Member referral bonus

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

• Voluntary benefits, including:

• Home / Auto Insurance discounts

• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Key Responsibilities:

• Legal Advisory Services: provide expert legal advice and guidance to various departments within Woodward's Aerospace segment on labor and employment matters, ensuring that all business activities comply with applicable laws and regulations. This includes managingEqualEmployment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)andother state employment agencyclaims.

• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: identify potential legal risks associated with business operations and develop strategies to minimize exposure to litigation and regulatory issues. This includesidentifyingand mitigating risks related toprotectedleave,Americanswith Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance and accommodations, andother applicable employment-related federal and statelaws and regulations.

• Regulatory Compliance: oversee Woodward Aerospace Segment's compliance with relevant employment and labor laws and industry standards, conducting regular audits and implementing necessary policies and procedures.

• Leadership and Mentorship: provide mentorship and guidance to junior legal staff, foster professional development and ensure the effective functioning of the legal and compliance department.

Key Skills:

• Employment and Labor Legal Expertise: possess comprehensive knowledge of relevant employment and labor laws, regulations, and legal principles to effectively advise the organization. This includes:

  • deepexpertisein managing EEOC and state-level employment agency claimsandevaluating employment litigation risks;

  • proven skills inenhancing existing policies and procedures relatedtoADAcompliance,accommodations,and related toprotected leave;

  • experience with compliance to theNational Labor Relations Act, ability toidentifylabor relatedissues, andenhance positive labor relations; and

  • experience with Provincial employment laws, in particular regarding operating within Ontario, Canada.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the organization adheres to all applicable employment and labor laws and regulations.

• Risk Management: strong experience in identifying, assessing, and developing strategies to manage legal risks that could impact the organization's operations and reputation. This includes a proactive approach to addressing risks related to employee relations and workplace accommodations.

• Strategic Thinking: contribute to the organization's strategic planning by providing legal insights that align with business objectives.

• Communication Skills: skilled in communicating complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to stakeholders at all levels within the organization.

• Leadership and Team Management: lead and mentor junior legal staff, fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.

• Problem Solving Ability: demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address and resolve legal challenges and in a manner that helps the organization reach itsbusinessobjectives.

• Client Relationship Management: Proven track record building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external clients.

• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple legal projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks and deliverables.

Other Qualifications:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in the relevant country and jurisdiction(s).

Successful Candidates Will Typically Have:

• At least five years of experience.

• Aerospace and/or manufacturing experience.

• At least three years of experience serving as in-house counsel.

• In addition to deep employment law expertise, experience working with unionize labor and advising on and carrying out positive employee relations.

Application window is anticipated to close 14 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

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