Employment Counsel

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Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit- High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions.

About the role:

Boston Scientific is seeking an experienced employment law attorney to join its Legal Department as Counsel I, Employment.The successful candidate will join a collegial and hard-working team of employment attorneys who work closely with Human Resources, Employee Relations and Global Compliance to support the company's various businesses and functions.This position will be based at the company's global headquarters in Marlborough, MA, and will report to the Director, Employment Law, Global Operations.

Work Mode:

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide practical and sound legal advice and counsel to Human Resources and management on legal issues concerning the employer/employee relationship including, but not limited to, hiring, performance management, discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, leaves and accommodations, terminations and reductions in force.
• Partner with Employee Relations in advising on employee investigations.
• Provide counsel on various human resources policies and programs, including diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
• Review and advise HR and managers on, and negotiate with outside counsel regarding, non-competition, non-solicitation and separation agreements.
• Strategically partner with our in-house litigation counsel and outside counsel in employment litigation matters.
• From time to time, participate in or lead department projects and support various employment law practice group matters.

RequiredQualifications:

• J.D.; Admission to MA or another state bar.In good standing in all jurisdictions where admitted.
• 4+ years of relevant experience practicing employment law.
• Strong command of employment laws, regulations and best practices.
• Experience reviewing and revising personnel policies for compliance with employment laws.
• Experience assisting with employment investigations and defending employment discrimination matters before state and federal agencies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent written and verbal communications, client relationships and business acumen.
• Must possess a strong work ethic; be creative, proactive, enthusiastic, flexible, self-directed and highly ethical.

Requisition ID:598195

Minimum Salary: $127900

Maximum Salary: $243000

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) - see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com--will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most - united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do - as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn't just business, it's personal. And if you're a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve.

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company's policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.