About this role
Assistant Vice President in Labor and Employment Job Posting AT&T is seeking a skilled and experienced labor and employment lawyer to join our expert legal team in Dallas, Texas. This lawyer will advise on day-to-day labor and employment matters for a complex, highly-regulated company with more than 110,000 U.S. employees, over half of whom are union-represented. Key Responsibilities: Serve as an expert on a wide range of labor and employment matters, including:
• Advising on labor contract interpretations, contract negotiations, contract application and compliance, labor strategy, and grievances • Advising on personnel, workplace investigations, and disciplinary matters • Handling federal and state agency matters (e.g., NLRB, EEOC, DOL) • Defending labor arbitrations and overseeing labor-related litigation Act as a trusted advisor to internal clients who routinely seek strategic and risk-based input for unique solutions beyond a traditional legal focus to achieve desired business outcomes. Requirements: The ideal candidate will have:
• Experience advising on management-side labor and employment matters with outstanding communication skills, sound judgment, strong analytical abilities, and a focus on delivering practical, risk-adjusted business-solutions. • A track record of proactively handling complex and varied legal matters in a fast-paced environment with a demonstrated ability to prioritize and deliver quality work-product. • Ability to work collaboratively with all internal stakeholders and legal department colleagues. • Knowledge of federal and state labor and employment laws and a passion for continuous learning to spot evolving trends to address potential legal implications for the company. Minimum Qualifications:
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. • Active membership in good standing with the state bar. • High level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards. • Minimum of 8 years of experience in labor and employment law, preferably with some in-house counsel experience supporting large organizations.
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories,
• AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
If you’re ready to make an impact on our business and your career, bring your bold ideas to a world of possibility. Apply today!
Ready to join our team? Apply today! 

Our AVP Senior Legal Counsel jobs earn between $231,700.00 - $347,500.00 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage • 401(k) plan • Tuition reimbursement program • Paid Parental Leave • Paid Caregiver Leave • Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected • Adoption Reimbursement • Disability Benefits (short term and long term) • Life and Accidental Death Insurance • Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) • Extensive employee wellness programs • Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone • Long Term Grants and Deferred Compensation • Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 28 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays
Weekly Hours: 40 Time Type: Regular Location: Dallas, Texas Salary Range: $231,700.00 - $347,500.00 It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.