Boston Scientific Sr Employment Counsel 

United States, Minnesota, Arden Hills 

599615634

US-MA-Marlborough; US-MN-Maple Grove

Your responsibilities will include:

• Review and provide counsel regarding restrictive covenants and employment agreements
• Communicate on behalf of company regarding restrictive covenants and employment agreements
• Provide legal advice and counsel to the business relating to employment issues, including hiring, termination, reductions in force, performance management, wage and hour, leaves and accommodations, and compliance with non-discrimination laws.
• Provide employment law support for due diligence and integration efforts relating to mergers and acquisitions
• Provide employment law support for Human Resources, Employee Relations, and Global Compliance investigations
• Respond on behalf of company to attorney demand letters and agency matters, including government-initiated inquiries and audits
• Partner with litigation counsel in employment litigation matters
• Draft separation agreements and negotiate with counsel as necessary
• Provide counsel on various human resources policies and programs, including diversity and inclusion efforts

Required qualifications:

• J.D.; admission to MN, MA or another state bar; in good standing in all jurisdictions where admitted
• 7+ years of relevant experience practicing employment law
• Strong command of employment laws, regulations, and best practices
• Experience handling non-compete and other restrictive covenant matters
• Excellent written and verbal communications, client relationships, and business acumen
• Must possess a strong work ethic; be creative, proactive, enthusiastic, flexible, self-directed, and highly ethical

Preferred qualifications:

• Prior litigation experience preferred

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.