Global Labor & Employment Counsel

Halliburton
Houston, TX
We are looking for the right people - people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards and opportunity of working for one of the world's largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry.
Responsibilities:
  • The Counsel, Labor & Employment role is a mid-level position that works with Halliburton's business operations and support services function
  • The Counsel, L&E is responsible for providing employment law advice and support to HR and Halliburton's business operations on Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the ADA, ADEA, WARN Act, FMLA, PDA, and a wide range of other employment laws
  • The Counsel, L&E also advises and provides training on HR policies and business practices
  • This position assists other lawyers in the L&E Dept. with HR investigations and works closely with the lawyers of the Code of Business Conduct of Halliburton's Ethics and Compliance Dept
  • This position manages outside counsel and employment litigation claims through the mediation and arbitration process


Employment litigation experience and a practical, solutions-oriented approach is required. Position also requires strong presentation skills and a team player mentality with the ability to interact effectively and cooperatively at all levels in the organization, including with business operation clients, lawyers (in-house and in private practice), staff and other professionals.


Job Duties & Requirements
  • J.D. from accredited law school
  • Employment litigation experience
  • State Bar Member in good standing
  • Minimum of 5+ years of employment law experience at a law firm or corporate legal department
  • Exceptional written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Ability to analyze complex issues and advise internal business partners appropriately
  • Must adhere to a strict code of ethics


Not Required, But Preferred:
  • FLSA experience
  • Representation of multi-national companies


Candidates having qualifications that exceed the minimum job requirements will receive consideration for higher-level roles give (1) their experience, (2) additional job requirements, and/or (3) business needs. Depending on education, experience, and skill level, a variety of job opportunities might be available from Counsel to Senior Counsel.
World Class Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans
  • Paid Vacation Days, Paid Holidays, and the ability to purchase additional days off
  • Retirement and Savings (401K) Plan with a matching contribution
  • Family Care program includes paid time off to care for sick or injured immediate family members, adoption reimbursement, paternal and maternal leave for baby bonding and more.
  • Employee Job Referral Bonus Program
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Educational Assistance

Halliburton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.


Location
3000 N. Sam Houston Parkway E., Houston, Texas, 77032, United States


Job Details
Requisition Number: 203719
Experience Level: Experienced Hire
Job Family: Support Services
Product Service Line: Legal
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Additional Locations for this position:


Compensation Information
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Posted 2025-11-06

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