[Hiring] Associate General Counsel - Labor Relations @C&S Wholesale Grocers

Role Description

Keep our communities fed. Our focus is simple but meaningful — from our distribution centers to our offices, every employee of C&S and our family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities.

As an Associate General Counsel, Labor Relations, you will, under the general supervision of the Vice President of Labor Relations, work closely with Human Resources, Operations, and Senior Management to handle both complex and day-to-day labor relations issues:

• Independently negotiate labor contracts as first chair.
• Represent the Company in labor arbitration.
• Defend against unfair labor practice charges before the NLRB.
• Train supervisors and managers on a variety of legal topics.
• Supervise union election campaigns when necessary.

This role will serve as one of the Company's labor law experts, answering questions from the field organization regarding the interpretation of CBAs, state and federal labor laws, and related matters on a daily basis. You will also handle a variety of labor law matters, including:

• Ensuring compliance with state and federal laws.
• Defending against claims in state and federal court.
• Managing outside counsel.

This role will exercise considerable independent leadership in advising various departments and facilities on their overall labor strategies. The Associate General Counsel will serve as a representative of the Labor Team on various cross-functional committees and projects to implement new Company strategies.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active license to practice law.
• 7-10 years of experience in labor and employment law, preferably in both in-house and law firm settings.
• Ability to analyze complex business processes and data and apply legal requirements in fact-driven settings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of primary federal labor and employment laws, including the NLRA, Title VII, FMLA, WARN Act, ADEA, and related laws.
• Excellent writing skills and the ability to understand and prepare materials appropriate for a professional business environment in English.
• Ability and desire to quickly learn new areas of the law and the business, with a willingness to take on increasing responsibility as proficiency is demonstrated.
• Ability to make timely decisions that may have a significant impact on the business while working under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated genuine interest in traditional labor law, which is an essential element of the position.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.

Requirements

• Full-Time, Remote Role.
• Travel: Up to 50% travel to assigned locations.

Benefits

• Weekly Pay.
• Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, and more).
• Company matched 401k.
• PTO and Holiday Pay offered.
• Career Progression Opportunities.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Health & Wellness program.
• Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.