Employment Counsel

Date: Sep 19, 2024

Location: Corning, NY, US, 14831Charlotte, NC, US, 28216

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 64885

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets.

We are changing the world with:

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives

• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected

• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light

• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences

• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation

Scope of Position

As Employment Counsel, this attorney is responsible for assisting the Senior Counsel & Director, Global Employment Law (to which this role reports), the Corning Law and Human Resources Departments, and other business partners on a wide range of labor and employment related matters.

As directed by the Senior Counsel & Director, Global Employment Law, the attorney will manage and assist in employment and labor-related legal matters, including advising on the terms of various collective bargaining agreements and assisting the Employee Relations Function on grievances and the records thereof; advising HR partners on issues related to employee discipline, performance management, and termination; supporting and conducting investigations related to issues falling within the HR scope, such as allegations of harassment; regularly advising on ADA requests for accommodation and fit for duty evaluations; supporting the response to allegations of discrimination and harassment filed with administrative agencies; assisting in the development and revision of policies and procedures; and providing legal support on issues of OSHA/health and safety.

This attorney performs job duties consistent with safety, legal, and regulatory requirements as well as Company values, standards, culture and business practices. This attorney will act with the highest level of integrity and business and personal ethical standards in all aspects of job performance.

Job Requirements

• Competence as a lawyer; ability to manage heavy workload independently in a fast paced, high-pressure environment.

• Team player who can manage and collaborate with others effectively to drive meaningful results; calm under pressure.

• Excellent judgment and a creative problem solver.

• Establishes and maintains relationships, credibility and trust with clients, stakeholders, legal team members and other colleagues.

• Travel: up to 15%

Required Education & Experience

• Must have a JD degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.

• 8+ years of substantive labor and employment experience with a corporate legal department or a nationally recognized law firm;In-house experience preferred, but not required.

• Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects, initiatives and requests for support simultaneously with a high degree of ownership and autonomy.

• Excellent judgment, integrity and the ability to provide consultative guidance quickly in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to simplify complicated legal concepts into comprehendible terms for business partners at all levels of the Company; must be proactive in providing counsel to clients.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $150,727.00 - $207,250.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

​ Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to ourand celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.

• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.

• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.

• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.

• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.

Nearest Major Market: Corning