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**Newell Brands** is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.

Newell is seeking an experienced Legal Manager with exceptional organization, communication and execution skills to join our Labor and Employment Law team in Atlanta. In this role, you will provide a full range of legal, administrative and operational support and help ensure compliance with labor and employment laws across the organization. If you are a highly motivated, collaborative and results-driven professional with a deep understanding of employment laws and best practices, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

+ Support Newell’s Labor and Employment Legal Strategy under the direction of the Senior Counsel, Labor and Employment

+ Manage files and records of cases in which Newell is a party, including preparing records for production in government investigations or litigation

+ Manage document and records production in response to subpoenas, document demands, DSARs and other lawful requests for information by preparing responses and collecting and reviewing documents and information

+ Collaborate with counsel to monitor, identify and summarize new laws and regulations impacting Newell and prepare related training materials and communications to create awareness within the company

+ Develop and maintain playbooks, FAQs, guidelines, checklists, self-service tools, process flows and procedures to help continuously improve the delivery of substantive legal advice and guidance to internal colleagues

+ Act as a key liaison with a network of global counsel and help manage a variety of legal matters across the company

+ Analyze data, prepare reports, participate in assessments and recommend improvements, focusing on driving efficiencies and creating operational excellence

+ Provide support on labor and employment-related aspects of mergers and acquisitions, corporate transactions, restructurings and other events impacting the company’s employees

+ Work closely with the litigation team and assist attorneys in preparing witnesses for testimony and other representation of the company

+ Oversee and/or conduct complex and sensitive internal investigations; ensure appropriate documentation exists and develop mechanisms for follow-up and tracking

+ Manage vendor relationships to ensure efficiencies and compliance with Newell’s vendor guidelines

+ Provide and coordinate substantive legal support and provide guidance and support to managers and HR business partners on employee relations matters

+ Demonstrate Newell’s Values of Integrity, Leadership, Ownership, Teamwork and Passion for Winning in all aspects of performance

Key Qualifications:

+ Leader, self-starter, detail-oriented and organized

+ Excellent written and oral communication skills

+ Action oriented, objective, assertive and collaborative style

+ Excellent data visualization and presentation skills

+ Strong project management skills

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

+ Demonstrated ability to make decisions and recommendations quickly

+ Demonstrated record of solid career progression

+ Ability to multitask, prioritize and work independently with minimal supervision

Education and Experience:

+ Undergraduate Degree and a minimum of three years of relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience

+ Master’s degree in law, Human Resources or a related field, or a JD a plus

+ Proficient knowledge of labor and employment law such as Title VII, EEOC complaints, workplace investigations, discrimination and harassment claims, employee privacy laws, and U.S. state-specific requirements

+ Proven track record of progressive knowledge and experience

+ Fluent in Spanish is a plus

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.