Deputy General Counsel - S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce

Job Summary

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Job Description-

Step into a high-impact legal leadership role that drives strategy, strengthens operations, and helps shape the future of our agency. We’re seeking a Deputy General Counsel who thrives on complex legal challenges and enjoys partnering across divisions to support mission-critical work.

In this role, you will:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to agency leadership, delivering clear, practical guidance on a wide range of federal and state legal matters.

• Support the Human Resources Division on employment-law issues and partner with the Unemployment Insurance Division on benefit and tax matters.

• Represent the agency before the Administrative Law Court and the S.C. Court of Appeals.

• Negotiate with employers on tax-related disputes and advocate on the agency’s behalf in related proceedings.

• Provide proactive legal insight to help identify risk, strengthen internal processes, and inform strategic decisions.

• Lead and develop a team of attorneys and support staff.

• Take on additional assignments as needed from the Chief Legal Counsel.

If you're a collaborative legal professional who enjoys problem-solving, leadership, and meaningful public service, this is an opportunity to make a real difference.

Minimum and Additional Requirements-

A Juris Doctor Degree with at least ten (10) years of practicing experience. Must be a member and in good standing with the South Carolina Bar.

Preferred Qualifications-

The Deputy General Counsel should possess excellent discretion and judgment when managing legal matters. This attorney could have experience supervising other attorneys and staff and a demonstrated ability to discuss and negotiate complex legal matters with adverse parties. Organized and able to work independently with minimal supervision and be self-motivated to succeed by providing excellent client service and representation