Director, Labor Counsel

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Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.

We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees.

As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewardingcareer, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Job Description Summary

Reporting to the Vice President & Associate General Counsel, Employment & Labor, the Labor Counsel will have overall responsibility for the labor relations function at Sunbelt. This person will be an expert in labor relations management and will develop a comprehensive strategy for Sunbelt's labor relations in North America and will provide proactive, practical, and timely advice and counsel to Sunbelt. This person must enhance and build on internal relationships across Sunbelt; with unions and their leadership; and with appropriate government officials/agencies with emphasis on the NLRB. The Labor Counsel will be responsible for anticipating future business, labor, and team member relations issues, trends and strategies, obstacles, and opportunities, and for developing, in concert with Sunbelt leadership and HR management, appropriate training programs, strategies, tools, and resources.

• Create and execute a comprehensive labor strategy and function within Sunbelt in collaboration with Sunbelt's leadership and HR management.

• Develop and lead Sunbelt's approach and direction on collective bargaining agreements including mid-term agreements, negotiations, and CBA administration to include leading the team through the negotiations process.

• Manage problem resolution on complex grievances, arbitration preparation, board charges, collective bargaining, and other labor litigation issues.

• Train and educate Sunbelt leaders about labor relations policies and proactively support business clients in the full scope of their labor needs.

• Liaise with leadership, manage outside counsel and consultants, and work with the relevant business partners to handle labor matters in an efficient and effective manner.

• Work closely with HR business partners on developing site level positive team member relations strategies and tactics.

• Anticipate future labor relations issues, trends, obstacles, and opportunities and develop, in concert with Sunbelt leadership and HR management, appropriate programs, responses, strategies, tools and resources.

• Support other attorneys on various issues across disciplines as requested.

• Other duties as assigned by the EVP, General Counsel and VP, Associate General Counsel as Sunbelt's needs require.

• J.D. from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

• 5+ years of relevant labor law experience at a law firm and/or in-house legal department.

• Natural presence; the ability to calibrate and interact with a diverse group of constituents across all levels of the organization and in the field to build trust and buy-in.

• Creative and practical problem-solving ability with a focus on maximizing value and minimizing risk.

• Excellent communication skills, sound business and legal judgment, and a self-starter with a roll-up your sleeves mentality.

• Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and able to operate when faced with certain levels of ambiguity, while always maintaining the highest standards of ethics and integrity.

• Availability and willingness for some travel.

The successful candidate will be expected to work from the Sunbelt Rentals Support Office located in Fort Mill, SC. This is a national search, but local candidates are preferred.

The compensation range for this position is listed below. This range reflects the low and high end of the U.S. compensation range Sunbelt reasonably and generally expects to pay the hired candidate in this role. The actual compensation offered may be lower or higher than the stated range depending on various factors, including but not limited to experience with the skill sets required for success; demonstrated competencies and potential; a geographic market-based approach.

Inquiries and referrals are invited and may be directed to: Frank Barragan, Sr. Manager for Executive Recruitment, at frank.barragan@sunbeltrentals.com.

Review of applications will begin in April 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should provide a cover letter and resume.

All duties must be performed according to Sunbelt's safety policies and guidelines. Reasonable accommodations may be made to comply with ADA/ADAAA.

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Sunbelt Rentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran and any other protected ground

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit https://www.sunbeltrentals.com/careers/for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network.

Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. This package includes health, dental and vision plans, 401(k), volunteer time off, short-term and long-term disability, accident, life and travel insurance, as well as flexible spending, tuition reimbursement, college savings, EAP and length of service awards. You will become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following 30 days from your start date. Sunbelt offers team members the following time off from work, subject to Sunbelt's policies: twelve to twenty-five vacation days depending on years of service; five sick days; six paid holidays, two paid half day holidays, two floating holidays, one inclusion day, and one volunteer day (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement).

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