Women of the Vine & Spirits
VP Regional Labor & Employment Counsel - Central Region
Women of the Vine & Spirits, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
An all-encompassing global membership organization, dedicated to boldly pushing the wine, beer and spirits industry toward a more diverse, equitable and inclusive era that supports business development and innovation, empowering all to thrive.VP Regional Labor & Employment Counsel - Central Region
What You Need To Know
Open your future to incredible career potential. Work for an industry-leader who invests in their people. Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits is North America's preeminent wine and spirits distributor, as well as a family-owned, privately held company with a 50+ year legacy of success. We were named by Newsweek as a Most Loved Workplace and are included on the Forbes lists for Largest Private Companies and Best Employers for Diversity.
As a full-time employee, you can choose from a full 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 reimbursement, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.
At Southern Glazer's, you'll enjoy an environment where continuous learning and growth are supported and experience a culture where you are respected, and your voice is heard. If you're looking to fill your glass with opportunity, come join our FAMILY.Overview
Oversee and direct the legal counsel and advice to senior leadership and human resources regarding employment law and labor relations.Primary Responsibilities
Provide strategic legal advice to business leaders and HR professionals 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 Company's 30+ collective bargaining agreementsAdvise business leaders regarding union campaigns and union avoidanceAdvise business leaders regarding grievances, union terminations, and matters concerning labor relationsOversee complex investigations by the Employee Relations Team regarding employee complaints in order to provide legal advice and manage riskPartner with outside labor and employment counsel to maintain contract compliance and accomplish labor goalsAnticipate issues, estimate risks strategically and identify proactive solutions that will eliminate or mitigate risksIdentify and analyze legal issues, draft key documents, present clear recommendations, and assure legal complianceProtect 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.Perform other job related duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and 10+ years of experience or equivalent education and related experienceJD from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law10+ 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 experienceKnowledge of the major responsibilities, accountabilities, and organization of the legal function or department; ability to provide legal consulting, advice and assistanceExperience negotiating with labor unionsKnowledge of and ability to interpret and draw accurate conclusions from both legal and factual informationDemonstrated sound business ethics and consistently adhering to and promoting these in all business and personal transactionsAbility to manage deadlines, organize and prioritize work and work with other functional teamsFlexible work schedule and ability to travel as neededExcellent communication skills - written, verbal, persuasion, motivation, facilitation of strong working relationshipsKnowledge of MS Office Suite and/or software applications related to job functionsExcellent interpersonal, customer service, analytical/problem solving, problem management, presentation development, presentation, and communications skillsAbility to travel overnight, approximately 50%Physical Demands
Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machinePhysical demands with activity or condition may include occasional to rare amount of time include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stoopingMay require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 15lbsEEO Statement
Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.
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What You Need To Know
Open your future to incredible career potential. Work for an industry-leader who invests in their people. Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits is North America's preeminent wine and spirits distributor, as well as a family-owned, privately held company with a 50+ year legacy of success. We were named by Newsweek as a Most Loved Workplace and are included on the Forbes lists for Largest Private Companies and Best Employers for Diversity.
As a full-time employee, you can choose from a full 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 reimbursement, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.
At Southern Glazer's, you'll enjoy an environment where continuous learning and growth are supported and experience a culture where you are respected, and your voice is heard. If you're looking to fill your glass with opportunity, come join our FAMILY.Overview
Oversee and direct the legal counsel and advice to senior leadership and human resources regarding employment law and labor relations.Primary Responsibilities
Provide strategic legal advice to business leaders and HR professionals 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 Company's 30+ collective bargaining agreementsAdvise business leaders regarding union campaigns and union avoidanceAdvise business leaders regarding grievances, union terminations, and matters concerning labor relationsOversee complex investigations by the Employee Relations Team regarding employee complaints in order to provide legal advice and manage riskPartner with outside labor and employment counsel to maintain contract compliance and accomplish labor goalsAnticipate issues, estimate risks strategically and identify proactive solutions that will eliminate or mitigate risksIdentify and analyze legal issues, draft key documents, present clear recommendations, and assure legal complianceProtect 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.Perform other job related duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and 10+ years of experience or equivalent education and related experienceJD from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law10+ 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 experienceKnowledge of the major responsibilities, accountabilities, and organization of the legal function or department; ability to provide legal consulting, advice and assistanceExperience negotiating with labor unionsKnowledge of and ability to interpret and draw accurate conclusions from both legal and factual informationDemonstrated sound business ethics and consistently adhering to and promoting these in all business and personal transactionsAbility to manage deadlines, organize and prioritize work and work with other functional teamsFlexible work schedule and ability to travel as neededExcellent communication skills - written, verbal, persuasion, motivation, facilitation of strong working relationshipsKnowledge of MS Office Suite and/or software applications related to job functionsExcellent interpersonal, customer service, analytical/problem solving, problem management, presentation development, presentation, and communications skillsAbility to travel overnight, approximately 50%Physical Demands
Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machinePhysical demands with activity or condition may include occasional to rare amount of time include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stoopingMay require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 15lbsEEO Statement
Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.
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