FROM THE BEGINNING, STARBUCKS SET OUT TO BE A DIFFERENT KIND OF COMPANY.One that not only celebrates coffee and its rich tradition, but that creates a feeling of connection. We develop and support partners (employees) who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

As a Starbucks corporate counsel – Labor & Employment, you will play an integral role in helping a complex, fast-paced organization in a rapidly changing environment adhere to its mission and values by ensuring that we properly maintain compliance with employment laws, assess risk balanced with business objectives, offer solutions, hold each other accountable and treat partners with respect and dignity.  You will be responsible for identifying how changes in federal, state and local laws require changes to our policies and practices and working with clients to implement solutions (for example, laws relating to scheduling, wage & hour, paid leave and training requirements.)  You will support multiple client groups, with a focus on company operated retail stores in the United States.  You will use your judgment and experience to counsel our Partner Resources (HR) Organization and retail leaders at varying levels on wage & hour compliance, workplace accommodations, protected leave, claims of harassment, discrimination and retaliation, and compliance with federal, state and local labor and employment laws and regulations.  You will direct and oversee investigations alleging unlawful employment actions.  You will work with and oversee outside counsel to defend employment lawsuits and agency charges filed against the company as well as manage some general litigation matters in response to customer claims.  Experience advising retail businesses is a plus but is not required.  

LEVERAGING YOUR PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE, WE WILL ENABLE YOU TO:

• Guide – Clearly and concisely communicate strategic legal counseling to Starbucks retail operations teams, as well as the adjacent businesses and functions that collaborate with and support the business.
• Collaborate – Establish highly collaborative relationships with clients and Law & Corporate Affairs partners to provide cross-functional support for the business, including helping paralegals and other support staff to succeed.
• Be a Trusted Advisor – Help advance business objectives and mitigate risk by being a trusted advisor whose strategic thinking, business acumen, pragmatic problem-solving and proactive counsel are sought out by clients.

WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM PEOPLE WITH:

• At least five years of relevant substantive legal experience in labor & employment law and litigation in a law firm or in-house legal department
• J.D. from accredited law school
• License to practice law in pertinent jurisdictions

We hope to hear from you!  Click “Apply Online” to begin the application process today.

Starbucks and its brands are an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals. 

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 206-318-0660 or via email at applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com 

Starbucks is about more than just a coffee; they're dedicated to employee and community growth. Starbucks even runs a program that pays for their baristas tuition to help them finish their education. That’s why when you launch your career inspired by human connection and the opportunity to become your personal best, the possibilities are endless. SCAP - Starbucks College Achievement Program