Primary location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Relocation offered: Yes
Employment status: Full-Time
Travel: 11%-25%
Non-compete: Yes
The estimated base salary range for this role is “$180,000 to $220,000” per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors
What does it mean to work at Armstrong?
It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.
By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:
A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, product discount programs and many more.
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
A casual work environment where we have a recognition program for our team, and service awards. You will also be able to make the most of our fitness center and lunchtime cafe.
A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results.
Reporting to the Senior Vice President, General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel, Labor & Employment, Litigation plays a critical role in advising and representing the company on all aspects of U.S. employment law and regulations. This includes providing legal counsel on labor relations, accommodations, leave policies, performance management, and employment litigation. You will oversee labor disputes, employee benefits and compensation matters, and employment agreements while ensuring compliance with federal contractor regulations, including OFCCP, EEOC, and NLRB requirements. Additionally, you will lead training initiatives on employment and labor law, support diversity and inclusion efforts, and drive labor and bargaining strategies, including complex union negotiations
What's in It for You:
A high-impact leadership role where you will shape labor and employment legal strategies for a leading organization. Direct exposure to executive leadership and the opportunity to influence company-wide legal and compliance policies. Dynamic and collaborative environment that values strategic thinking, innovation, and proactive problem-solving. The ability to manage high-stakes litigation, regulatory compliance, and labor relations, contributing to the company’s long-term success.What You'll Do:
Provide expert legal counsel on U.S. employment law, labor relations, regulatory compliance, and litigation. Oversee and advise on labor disputes, union negotiations, employee benefits, and employment agreements. Manage employment-related litigation, EEOC and NLRB matters, and compliance with federal contractor regulations. Lead the company’s general litigation strategy, working closely with internal stakeholders and outside counsel. Ensure adherence to federal, state, and industry laws by managing a comprehensive compliance program. Deliver training and legal guidance to leadership and employees on employment and labor law matters. Supervise the Compliance Manager, fostering a culture of ethical and legal integrity across the organization.What Will Make You Successful:
Strong leadership skills and ability to navigate complex legal and business challenges. Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills, with a proactive problem-solving approach. High professional maturity, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive legal matters. Ability to work independently while also thriving in a collaborative, matrixed organization. Experience in managing external counsel and ensuring legal strategies align with business objectives. Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence and provide practical legal guidance to senior stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and bar admission in at least one U.S. state (Pennsylvania preferred or willingness to obtain an in-house license in PA) 8+ years of relevant legal experience in a medium to large law firm or in-house legal department. Extensive knowledge of labor and employment law, employment litigation, and compliance regulations.
What Makes You Stand Out:
Proven success in handling labor relations, including union negotiations and regulatory enforcement proceedings. Strong general litigation management experience, including employment disputes and corporate legal matters. Deep understanding of federal compliance laws, including EEOC, NLRB, OSHA, and OFCCP regulations. Experience developing and delivering legal training programs to business leaders and employees. A track record of aligning legal strategies with business goals to support operational and strategic initiatives. Prior experience managing teams or overseeing compliance functions
Why should you join Armstrong World Industries?
Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With approximately $1.3B in revenue, AWI has about 3,600 employees and a manufacturing network of twenty-one facilities in North America.
At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.
For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.
We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.
Our Sustainability Ambition
"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:
About the location (Lancaster PA)
Lancaster, PA. A great central location in South Central Pennsylvania, Lancaster is ideally situated for easy access to major metropolitan cities such as Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, and New York City. Lancaster offers a vibrant arts and entertainment community with wonderful historic sites, B&Bs, museums, great shopping, entertainment venues and restaurants.
Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Come and build your future with us and apply today!
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