Labor Counsel
First Student · St Louis, MO · 3 wk ago
On-siteLegalFull-time
Major Responsibilities
- Serves as chief negotiator in collective bargaining negotiations for various operational locations, involving a variety of unions.
- Having first-chair, chief labor negotiator spokesperson experience is highly preferred.
- Must be a subject matter expert in Labor Relations related matters.
- Serve as the company representation before the NLRB on representation issues.
- Provides Operations and HR leaders with day-to-day guidance regarding all Labor Relations related matters, such as Labor contract interpretation, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Lead the facilitation, application, and rollout of new labor law requirements, working closely with Operations and Human Resources leaders, developing strategy and communication execution.
- Serve as the strategic leader for collective bargaining preparation initiatives, ensuring timely and effective advanced planning.
- Provide guidance in addressing any potential work stoppage, from Operation contingency planning to media and security involvement.
- Collaborate closely with the Labor Relations, Human Resources, Operations and Financial team leaders in all collective bargaining preparation and execution matters.
Minimum Experience & Skills Required
- Minimum of 2-4 years of traditional labor and employment experience.
- Law degree.
- Highly effective verbal and written communication skills to include; clear, concise, and persuasive skills.
- Computer proficiency.
- Can function self-sufficiently and independently.
- Must be a detailed oriented strategic leader, responsible for delivering on the execution of initiatives.
- Able to multitask, prioritize and manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines.
- Able to work as a strong collaborative and influential team player.
- Strong administrative skills and superior interpersonal skills.
- Effective leadership and organization skills. Must have the ability to be a strategic thinker, develop strategy and goals, while working with individuals across the organization.
- Travel 50% - 60%.