Associate, Wage and Hour - Disputes, Claims & Investigations

Stout•Chicago, IL

3d•$74,000 - $135,000

About The Position

At Stout, we’re dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do – we call it Relentless Excellence ® . Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team. Associate – DCI (Disputes, Claims & Investigations), Wage & Hour Stout is seeking an Associate with 2–5 years of experience to join our Disputes, Claims & Investigations (DCI) Wage and Hour practice. This is a full-time role offering comprehensive benefits, a 401(k), and eligibility for annual bonuses. Stout brings deep expertise supporting clients in high-stakes business litigation and economic consulting matters. Associates work closely with experienced professionals and subject-matter experts to analyze complex data and deliver independent, thoughtful analyses. Impact You’ll Make This role plays a critical part in delivering high-quality analytical support on complex wage and hour matters. Your work will directly contribute to successful client outcomes and the effectiveness of project teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Economics, Mathematics, or a related field.
2–5 years of experience in wage and hour consulting or a closely related field.
Working knowledge of advanced data management and analytical tools such as SAS, SQL, STATA, R, or similar platforms.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word®, Excel®, PowerPoint®, and Access®.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

Execute and support complex data analyses related to wage and hour disputes and investigations.
Contribute to the development of sound methodologies and analytical approaches that support defensible conclusions.
Help ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and with a high standard of quality.
Build strong working relationships across project teams to drive collaboration and efficiency.
Support client-facing deliverables that clearly communicate findings and insights.
Review, organize, and analyze large and complex datasets to support litigation and consulting engagements.
Support multiple concurrent projects, anticipating scope, timing, and budget considerations.
Assist in developing work plans, methodologies, and resource needs to optimize project outcomes.
Collaborate closely with team members to meet deadlines and manage competing client expectations.
Support written analyses, reports, and presentations prepared for clients and other stakeholders.
Apply creative problem-solving techniques to manage risks and address analytical challenges.