Company Description

“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” - Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.

Organic Growth – Expeditors promotes from within. As a shining example, our CEO started as an entry level employee in our San Francisco office 31 years ago.

18,000 trained professionals250+ locations worldwideFortune 500Globally unified systems

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Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. is seeking an experienced attorney specializing in international employment and labor law. The position will be located onsite at our Bellevue, Washington office.

Job Description

Expeditors is seeking an experienced attorney with significant labor and employment law experience in Asia Pacific countries to fill its Corporate Counsel position that will be located in Singapore.  You will join a world-class legal department and will be responsible for providing advice and strategies on labor and employment matters.  Primary responsibilities include the following:

Support and advise business teams, including executives, managers, employee relations, health and safety, payroll, information services, and operations, regarding compliance with labor and employment laws and regulationsAdvise on issues such as discipline, non-competition, terminations, performance management, relocations, leave, disability, contingent workers, pay equity, pay transparency, contractor management, occupational health and safety, anti-discrimination, wage and hour, immigration, employee personal data privacy, and union/labor relationsManage litigation, outside counsel, and budgetsProvide representation and/or management of matters before fair employment, civil rights, and human rights agenciesConduct and manage internal investigationsRespond to governmental subpoenas, investigations, and auditsDraft and revise employment policies, standards, and internal work regulationsDraft service provider, commission, non-compete, restrictive covenant, employment, and settlement agreementsDevelop and deliver client training on compliance with labor and employment lawsLead responses to governmental inquiries into employment and labor related mattersPerform project management work for legal projectsFormulate efficient resolution strategies to meet business objectivesProvide effective cross-functional support inside and outside of the legal departmentAssist in developing and implementing departmental goals and initiativesPerform other duties as assigned

Travel: Expected 5% to 15%; Valid passport/authorized to travel internationally

Qualifications

Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws, LLM, or equivalent degree

Legal qualification from Singapore or an international jurisdiction5-10 years of experience in a top law firm preferredIn-house experience working in the law department of a Fortune 500 company highly desirable, but not requiredStrong knowledge of, and practical experience advising on, labor and employment laws and regulationsPractical experience working with trade unions preferredStrong analytical, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skillsExcellent organizational skills with high level of attention to detail and accuracyExcellent business judgment and ability to work independently

Additional Information

Expeditors offers competitive compensation as described below.

Annualized base salary

Discretionary bonuses

Equity awards, issued in the form of restricted shares, may be awarded depending on job performance

Expeditors also offers the following benefits:

Paid VacationPaid HolidaysPaid Flexible Days Paid Sick Time Paid Parental LeaveWork from Home Benefit of up to 26 days annuallyMedical InsuranceEmployee Stock Purchase Plan Training and Personnel Development ProgramEducational Assistance and Reimbursement