Senior corporate counsel

Job Description

Oracle Legal is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Benefits Counsel to provide legal guidance and strategic support regarding Oracle's U.S. employee benefit plans and programs. This role will ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, support the development and implementation of benefits policies, and partner with internal stakeholders to manage risk and drive operational excellence.

Join a world-class in-house legal team and make a direct impact on Oracle's U.S. workforce programs. We offer exceptional professional opportunities, competitive compensation, and a dynamic workplace focused on innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited U.S. law school.

• Active membership in good standing with at least one US state bar.

• Minimum 8 years of experience as an attorney (in-house experience a plus) practicing primarily in the area of employee benefits

• Strong knowledge of US benefit and leave laws, including the Internal Revenue Code, ERISA, COBRA, MHPAEA, FMLA, ADA, ACA, and HIPAA.

• Strong analytical, communication (both verbal and written), and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent judgment with the ability to make decisions and give practical advice that incorporates legal analysis and demonstrates an understanding of overall business objectives and risk tolerance.

• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment and handle sensitive/confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Advise Benefits and other internal teams on the design, administration, and compliance of Oracle's U.S. employee benefit plans, including 401(k) plan, health & welfare plans, fringe benefit programs, nonqualified deferred compensation plan, and leave of absence.

• Provide legal advice on employee leaves of absence, including FMLA, paid and unpaid leave programs, short- and long-term disability, and state/local leave entitlements, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

• Counsel on employee accommodation requests and processes in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and similar international regulations, supporting interactive dialogue and reasonable accommodation determinations.

• Monitor, interpret, and communicate legislative and regulatory developments affecting employee benefits, leaves, and accommodations e.g. ERISA, IRS, DOL, ACA, HIPAA, ADA, FMLA) and proactively recommend appropriate actions.

• Review and draft plan documents, summary plan descriptions, leave policies, vendor agreements, and communication materials.

• Support Benefits on employee benefits issues, including their responses to employee inquiries regarding benefits and assist in resolving disputes.

• Train and update stakeholders on benefits, leave, and accommodation law developments and risk mitigation best practices.

• Manage litigation involving employee plans and collaborate with external counsel and regulators as needed.

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Disclaimer:

Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.

Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only

US: Hiring Range in USD from: $120,100 to $251,600 per annum. May be eligible for bonus, equity, and compensation deferral.

Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.

Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.

Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion

Short term disability and long term disability

Life insurance and AD&D

Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)

Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts

Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match

Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.

11 paid holidays

Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Financial planning and group legal

Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance

The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.

Career Level - IC4

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