Sr. Counsel, Labor & Employment

Scout Motors   

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and will do so once again.

But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

Scout is all about respect.  Respect for the environment by developing all-electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location.  Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation.  Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers.  And respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. 

At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion. 

Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the all-electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Serve as trusted counsel on labor and employment law matters, including those under state and federal laws governing EEO, wage & hour, leave of absence, retaliation and whistleblower, and other labor and employment law matters.
• Provide guidance and support to management and the People Team on employee relations matters, including disciplinary actions, leaves of absence, and performance management.
• Develop and deliver training programs to educate managers and employees on various labor and employment laws and regulations, policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Stay abreast of changes in labor and employment laws, regulations, industry trends and best practices. Proactively assess the impact of these changes on the organization’s labor and employee relations strategies and recommend necessary adjustments.
• Review and respond to labor and employment related claims, including employment charges, complaints, and attorney demand letters; develop a strategy to address such claims, draft responses to charges and attorney demand letters; review and approve court filings.
• Manage and supervise outside counsel, experts and vendors in general legal counseling, litigation claims, and other disputes, the budgeting and invoice review for these matters, and evaluate the performance of outside counsel.
• Draft policies, handbooks, agreements and position statements, and implement controls throughout the organization with respect thereto.
• Manage and coordinate discovery, including litigation holds, information gathering, e-discovery, documents collection, witness preparation, depositions, and privilege reviews for employment matters, including responding to information requests.
• Work with investigative teams to ensure thorough and complete privileged investigations of employment related matters, and provide legal advice related to such investigations.

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role require attendance in-office at our Columbia office on a hybrid schedule, at in-person meetings and occasionally at events.  Applicants should expect that the role may require the ability to convene with Scout Motors colleagues in person and be able to travel to other Scout Motors offices or other locations to participate in matters, meetings and events on behalf of the company.

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scouts to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: 

• At least 7 years of experience in labor and employment law; in-house experience preferred
• Experience defending employment and labor law actions, including familiarity with the EEOC, FMLA, ADA, DOL, FLSA, and the NLRA
• J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school and be an active member in good standing of the Bar (South Carolina or Michigan preferred)
• Demonstrated track record of working with, influencing, and providing counsel to executives and members of senior management team
• Strategic thinking with the capacity to make sound decisions and give business and legal advice, at times in