Senior Counsel

About Misfits Market:

Misfits Market is a mission-driven, high-growth startup dedicated to reducing food waste and making shopping for sustainable, high-quality groceries easier and more affordable. We deliver organic produce, high-quality meats and seafood, plant-based proteins, dairy, bakery, wine, and other grocery items to nearly every zip code in 48 states at up to 30 percent off traditional grocery store prices. In 2022, Misfits Market acquired sustainable e-grocer Imperfect Foods and now leverages its in-house transportation network to deliver directly to consumers with one of the most carbon-efficient grocery delivery models on the market. By tackling inefficiencies in the food system, our passionate and motivated team of problem solvers helps save an average of 500,000 pounds of food per week from waste or lesser outcomes, with an all-time savings of 190+ million pounds of food.

As Misfits we support our customers and mission by embracing our core values of

Prioritizing our Customers                             

Doing more with less

Thinking Differently         

Respecting one another                             

Moving deliberately and quickly                   

Taking initiative and delivering 

About the team

Misfits Market is seeking an experienced Senior Counsel to join its legal team and serve as a strategic partner to its HR organization while managing litigation matters across all practice areas. As the third member of the legal team, you'll serve as the primary legal advisor to HR leadership on employment law matters while managing a diverse litigation portfolio. Further, this role offers a unique opportunity to start with a primary focus on litigation and employment while gaining exposure to and experience in commercial and transactional matters to broaden your skillset as an in-house generalist. This position reports to the General Counsel and is remote.

Responsibilities

Employment Law Counseling & HR Partnership

• Provide day-to-day advice to HR and management on employment matters including hiring, discipline, terminations, leaves of absence, accommodations, and workplace investigations
• Advise on wage and hour compliance, worker classification, and payroll practices across multiple jurisdictions
• Draft and review employment policies, handbooks, agreements, and other HR documentation to ensure legal compliance
• Advise on labor relations and collective bargaining agreement compliance
• Partner with HR and Operations teams to minimize litigation risk and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws

Litigation Management

• Manage litigation matters across all practice areas from inception through resolution, including employment disputes, auto accident claims, workers’ comp claims, commercial litigation, and consumer claims
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other litigation documents
• Handle discovery management, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation across diverse legal matters
• Represent the company in administrative proceedings and mediations
• Develop litigation strategy and oversee outside counsel relationships to ensure cost-effective case management
• Coordinate with insurance carriers and manage coverage issues for various types of claims
• Provide litigation risk assessments and strategic recommendations to leadership

Commercial & Transactional Law Development

• Gradually take on contract review, revision, and negotiation responsibilities across various business functions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on legal aspects of new business initiatives and product launches

Skills & Qualifications

• 4-8 years of employment law and litigation experience 
• In-house legal experience at a high-growth technology or e-commerce company with significant HR advisory responsibilities (law firm and government candidates with experience working directly with HR teams are also encouraged to apply)
• Attorney in good standing in their state of bar admission 
• Strong interest and aptitude for learning commercial/transactional law with eagerness to expand skill set
• Deep knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including Title VII, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and state-specific regulations
• Experience with workplace investigations, EEOC proceedings, and state agency matters
• Comprehensive litigation experience including case strategy, discovery management, motion practice, and settlement negotiations
• Able to understand business needs and partner with your colleagues across the company to find creative solutions, with a strong understanding of the interplay between legal and business risk

Details of Position & Benefits

• Salary range: $175,000 - $195,000 / year 
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) 
• Annual Misfits grocery box credit of $1200 paid in weekly installments
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays 
• Paid sick days

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