VP Regional Labor & Employment Counsel

Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, LLC•Artesia, CA

15d

About The Position

What You Need To KnowShape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the preeminent wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933. Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging. As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more. By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.OverviewOversee and direct the legal counsel and advice to senior leadership and human resources regarding employment law and labor relations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and 10+ years of experience or equivalent education and related experience
JD from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law
10+ years of legal practice experience with a law firm and/or in house legal department, including experience in traditional labor matters, collective bargaining negotiations, and people management experience
Knowledge of the major responsibilities, accountabilities, and organization of the legal function or department; ability to provide legal consulting, advice and assistance
Experience negotiating with labor unions
Knowledge of and ability to interpret and draw accurate conclusions from both legal and factual information
Demonstrate sound business ethics and consistently adhering to and promoting these in all business and personal transactions
Ability to manage deadlines, organize and prioritize work and work with other functional teams
Flexible work schedule and ability to travel as needed
Excellent communication skills – written, verbal, persuasion, motivation, facilitation of strong working relationships
Knowledge of MS Office Suite and/or software applications related to job functions
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, analytical/problem solving, problem management, presentation development, presentation, and communications skills

Responsibilities

Provide strategic legal advice to business leaders and HR professionals in the Company’s West Region, Control States and Canada regarding matters involving labor and employment, including benefits, collective bargaining agreement requirements, anti-discrimination and leave laws (i.e., Title VII, ADA, FMLA, ADEA, and state law equivalents)
Assist team leaders with collective bargaining, administration and contract interpretation for the Company’s 50+ collective bargaining agreements
Advise business leaders regarding union campaigns and union avoidance
Advise business leaders regarding grievances, union terminations, and matters concerning labor relations
Oversee complex investigations by the Employee Relations Team regarding employee complaints in order to provide legal advice and manage risk
Partner with outside labor and employment counsel to maintain contract compliance and accomplish labor goals
Anticipate issues, estimate risks strategically and identify proactive solutions that will eliminate or mitigate risks
Identify and analyze legal issues, draft key documents, present clear recommendations, and assure legal compliance
Protect the organization's rights, obligations, privileges and legal interests by providing legal direction and ensuring legal activities meet needs of the organization, including, for example, affirmative action plans, pay equity, etc.
Provide support for other regions as needed
Perform other job related duties as assigned