Director, Labor Counsel in Fort Mill, SC at Sunbelt-Rentals

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Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.

We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees.

As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Job Description Summary

Reporting to the Vice President, Associate General Counsel, Employment & Labor, the Labor Counsel will have overall responsibility for the labor relations function at Sunbelt. This person will be a true expert in labor relations management and will develop a comprehensive strategy for the Company’s labor relations in North America and will provide proactive, practical, and timely advice and counsel to Sunbelt. This person must enhance and build on internal relationships across the Company; with unions and their leadership; and with appropriate government officials/agencies with emphasis on the NLRB. The Labor Counsel will be responsible for anticipating future business/labor/employee relations issues, trends and strategies, obstacles, and opportunities, and for developing, in concert with Sunbelt leadership and HR management, appropriate training programs, strategies, tools, and resources. 

-Review of applications will begin in at the end of July, and will continue until the position is filled.

-Candidates must provide a resume and cover letter. 

-Onsite highly preferred.

​Position Responsibilities:

• Create and execute a comprehensive labor strategy and function within Sunbelt in collaboration with Company leadership and HR management.
• Develop and lead the Company’s approach and direction on collective bargaining agreements including mid-term agreements, negotiations, and CBA administration to include leading the team through the negotiations process.
• Manage problem resolution on complex grievances, arbitration preparation, board charges, collective bargaining, and other labor litigation issues.
• Train and educate Company leaders about labor relations policies and proactively support business clients in the full scope of their labor needs.
• Liaise with leadership, manage outside counsel and consultants, and work with the relevant business partners to handle labor matters in an efficient and effective manner.
• Work closely with HR business partners on developing site level positive employee relations strategies and tactics.
• Anticipate future business/labor/employee relations issues, trends and strategies, obstacles and opportunities, and develop, in concert with Company leadership and HR management, appropriate programs, responses, strategies, tools and resources.
• Support other attorneys on various client issues across disciplines as requested.
• Other duties as assigned by the EVP, General Counsel and VP, Associate General Counsel as the Company’s needs require

Requirements:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 7-9+ years of relevant labor law experience at a law firm and/or in-house legal department.
• Natural gravitas and presence; the ability to calibrate and interact with a diverse group of constituents across all levels of the organization and in the field to build trust and buy-in.
• Creative and practical problem-solving ability with a focus on maximizing value and minimizing risk.
• Excellent communication skills, sound business and legal judgment, and a self-starter with a roll-up your sleeves mentality.
• Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and able to operate when faced with certain levels of ambiguity, while always maintaining the highest standards of ethics and integrity.
• Availability and willingness for some travel.

Physical Demands:

All duties must be performed according to Sunbelt’s safety policies and guidelines.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to comply with ADA/ADAAA.

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job.  The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Sunbelt Rentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer — Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran and any other protected ground

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit https://www.sunbeltrentals.com/careers/ for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network.

Sunbelt Rentals offers generous benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, wellbeing, and a retirement plan with employer matching contributions in accordance with Sunbelt’s plans, policies, and applicable agreements (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement).

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