Legal Counsel

Description

Title: Legal Counsel

Location: Cartersville, GA

Summary

The Legal Counsel role will be responsible for providing in-house legal guidance on workplace-related issues, ensuring compliance with labor laws while protecting the rights of employer and employees. The Legal Counsel will assist in the resolution of disputes and manage litigation/arbitration, while reviewing and interpreting legal requirements and effectively communicating these to the business/external stakeholders. This position reports to the Sr. LegalCounsel.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply local, state (Georgia), and federal employment laws, including Title VII, ADA, FMLA, ADEA, and FLSA.
• Draft, review, and update employee handbooks, offer letters, non-compete agreements, and separation packages to ensure they are legally sound and enforceable under Georgia law.
• Provide real-time counsel to HR and executive leadership on sensitive matters such as terminations, disciplinary actions, and internal investigations.
• Manage and oversee outside counsel for employment-related litigation. Represent the company in administrative hearings before the EEOC or the Georgia Department of Labor.
• Conduct regular training sessions for management on wage-and-hour compliance, harassment prevention, and evolving labor standards.
• Design, build, and improve legal team processes.
• Consult and protect Qcells against legal risks, penalties, and investigations.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD), Master of Laws (LLM), or an equivalent degree from an accredited law school.
• A member in good standing with a state bar association.
• Experience as in-house counsel or at a law firm (or a combination of both).
• Professional legal experience handling legal disputes such as litigation and arbitration.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as in-house counsel or at a law firm (or a combination of both).
• Strong familiarity with Georgia-specific statutes (e.g., Georgia’s Restrictive Covenants Act) and the Bartow County/Whitfield County legal environments.
• Bilingual (Korean & English).
• Experience in the solar industry, energy sector, or manufacturing industry.
  
  

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Ability to follow directions effectively while demonstrating the ability to take initiative and contribute ideas when appropriate.
• Collaborative and able to work well within a team environment, balancing the ability to receive guidance and offer support to colleagues.
• Strong attention to detail and strategic, analytical thinking skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate across all levels within the organization.
• Legal and moral integrity.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment.
  
  

Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.