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LegalOur Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description:
Job Summary
The People of Southwest Airlines come together to deliver on our Purpose, which is to connect People to whats important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Operations and Regulatory Compliance Attorney invests in our Purpose by providing legal counsel and guidance to Southwest with compliance on regulations that pertain to our operation including international service and related regulatory compliance. This role will work collaboratively with other Southwest departments to assist in drafting and reviewing internal communications regarding operational or regulatory issues and assist to review policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations. The Operations and Regulatory Compliance Attorney is detail oriented and a skilled communicator who looks forward to making a meaningful impact on the future of Southwest Airlines.
The culture of Southwest Airlines means we embrace a flexible workplace and value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. This role is a hybrid position based out of our Corporate Campus in Dallas, TX, which requires Employees to work onsite on our Corporate Campus at least three days a week. The Department designates the specific three days of the week Employees must work on-site.
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.
Responsibilities
- Provides legal counsel, guidance, and training regarding applicable laws, regulations, and policies to multiple departments within the Company, focusing on both day-to-day operational issues and long-term strategy
- Reviews and provides legal guidance on international legal issues such as import/export compliance, cargo requirements over international borders, international permit renewals, international certificate-based work, and new international routes and approvals.
- Provides guidance to Network Planning on a range of issues, including access plans and related agreements; works with Government Affairs on slots, grants, and assurances.
- Works collaboratively with other Southwest departments to assist in drafting and reviewing internal communications regarding operational or regulatory issues
- Assists in review of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations
- Provides legal counsel and responds to agency (e.g., FAA, CBP, TSA, etc.) requests for information, investigations, and general inquiries including review and approval of records requests
- Assists with a broad range of audits, investigations, and enforcement matters, sometimes in collaboration with outside counsel and appropriate Southwest departments, (e.g., agency audits, whistleblower complaints, DOT complaints, aircraft accidents or incidents, agency enforcement actions etc.), including E-Discovery and document preservation, witness preparation, and responsive correspondence
- Helps to research applicable laws and respond to subpoenas, and other requests for Southwest records or witnesses related to operational or regulatory matters
- Assists in review and response to Notices of Proposed Rulemaking, draft policy documents (FAA, TSA, CBP, NTSB), and petitions for exemptions from regulatory requirements
- Provide legal counsel to other Southwest departments regarding federal, state, and local environmental and noise issues
- May be required to perform other job duties as directed by Employee&39;s Leaders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Skilled in written and oral communication, ability to work effectively with all levels of Southwest Employees, Southwest executives, clients, outside counsel, vendors, courts, and others
- Skilled in interpersonal relationships, ability to work well with others as part of a team
- Ability to perform well under pressure
- Ability to exercise judgment sufficient to handle and resolve issues related to sensitive and confidential legal matters
- Ability and willingness to gain expertise and perform work in new areas of the law
- Ability to be proactive, have excellent organizational skills and perform efficiently and effectively on multiple projects under tight deadlines
Education
- Required: High School Diploma or GED
- Required: Bachelors Degree
- Required: Law degree from an accredited school
Experience
- Intermediate level experience as a licensed practicing attorney, with a practice focus on aviation operations and regulatory compliance
- Subject matter expertise on a range of legal practice areas and regulatory topics
- Preferred: Aviation industry experience
Licensing/Certification
- Must be a current member in good standing of a bar association
Physical Abilities
- Ability to perform work duties from work station/desk/office area for extended periods
- Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
- Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Other Qualifications
- Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
- Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
- Must be willing to travel when required for the job
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include non-business days and hours as needed to meet client need
Pay & Benefits:
Competitive market salary from $161,500 per year to $175,000 per
year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.
Benefits youll love:
• Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
• Up to a 9.3 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per
paycheck *
• Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement - when
Southwest profits, you profit**
• Explore more Benefits youll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
*Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.
**401(k) match contributions are subject to the plans vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits.
***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plans vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Posting End Date
04/30/2024