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Summary:
Working independently, the Senior Counsel will provide legal guidance on a wide range of litigation and employment related issues for the Company. Principal outcomes include ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, and advising the Company on legal rights and duties.

This position sits onsite 5 days a week in Grapevine, TX.
 

Responsibilities:

Manage ongoing litigation, including employment, real estate and commercial litigation.Counsel on employment and compensation related matters, including hiring, discipline, accommodations and leaves, and serve as a liason to the human resources department.Support the development of organizational policies, procedures and business strategies.Effectively leverage outside law firm attorneys and manage relationships with external legal affiliates.Provide advice regarding compliance with various laws and regulations, including wage and hour and employment practices laws.Supporting the Company in its compliance program, including maintain the Company’s Code of Ethics and Whistleblower Hotline.Assist with the negotiation and evaluation of a wide variety of commercial contractsManaging additional legal projects as needed.
 

Related Competencies:

Cultivating Networks – Initiating and maintaining strategic relationships with stakeholders inside and outside the organization  to advance business goals.Navigating Complexity – Proactively and quickly making sense of complex issues; responding effectively to complex and ambiguous situations; communicating complicated information simply.Negotiation – Effectively exploring alternatives/positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties.Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills – Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise.

Qualifications:

Doctorate of Jurisprudence from an accredited program requiredLicensed to practice law in at least one stateA minimum of five years of relevant experience.  A mix of law firm and  in-house legal experience is preferred.Proficient ability to communicate effectivelyProficient knowledge of employment laws.Proficient presentation skills to effectively present information to an audience of varying responsibility within the company.Proficient project planning skills, including the ability to organize, prioritize and control job responsibilities in order to meet deadlines in an environment with overlapping and potentially conflicting priorities.Possess the ability to receive and apply cross-functional learnings; willingness to work in groups as needed so the organization achieves or exceeds its overall business objectives.Demonstrated capacity for gathering and scrutinizing information to identify issues, opportunities, patterns, and sustainable, cost-conscious business solutions.Consistently demonstrates a commitment to GameStop policies and procedures, including but not limited to, attendance, confidentiality, conflict of interest, and ethical responsibilities.

Full-time store positions at GameStop are also eligible to participate in incentive programs, health benefits, paid time off, 401 (k), employee discount and a casual work environment. Positions at GameStop may also be eligible for a bonus and/or other incentives.