Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment

The Assistant General Counsel, Labor & Employment at Strive Health will play a pivotal role in supporting the People Team on a wide range of employment-related issues. This position is based in Minneapolis, MN, and requires at least two days per week at Strive Health's Denver headquarters. Strive Health is dedicated to transforming chronic condition care by identifying risks earlier, coordinating thoughtful care, and supporting patients throughout their health journeys.

Key responsibilities include advising on employment law matters such as workplace investigations, terminations, discrimination, harassment, accommodations, compensation, benefits, and recruiting. The role involves collaborating with the People Team and business leaders to design compliant, scalable employment practices, overseeing employment litigation and mediations, drafting and advising on human resources policies, and staying updated on employment-related legal and compliance topics to effectively mitigate risks.

The ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctor (JD) degree and membership in good standing with at least one state bar. A minimum of five years' experience in labor and employment counseling and litigation, either in a law firm or significant in-house counsel role, is required. Experience with labor and employment-related healthcare regulations is strongly preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong critical thinking ability, and demonstrated history of partnering and influencing business decisions are essential.

Strive Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including hybrid-remote flexibility, medical, dental, and vision insurance, financial and retirement support with a 401k employer match, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, and various wellness and growth opportunities. The company fosters a collaborative culture where employees, known as Strivers, are passionate about making an impact and supporting one another as One Team.