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FlexTrades

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Manufacturing • Recruitment

FlexTrades is a company that provides project-based workforce solutions specifically aimed at the manufacturing and engineering industries. They specialize in deploying skilled tradespeople to help businesses meet production goals, address backlogs, and handle labor shortages, with a focus on U. S. -based manufacturing facilities. FlexTrades offers a variety of services including manufacturing support, custom labor solutions, and engineering support, assisting companies in maintaining production capabilities during increased demand or workforce challenges. Known for their responsive and professional service, FlexTrades effectively bridges the skills gap by supplying highly skilled workers, such as machinists and welders, when needed by their clients.

51 - 200 employees

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📋 Description

• Establishes FlexTrades legal strategy to mitigate risk but allows the business to function and achieve organizational growth goals • Leads the process to track employment and business law changes that impact FlexTrades and works closely with functional teams to execute required changes to ensure ongoing compliance • Reviews and maintains ownership of all legal documentation to ensure compliance and version control • Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments that have legal or compliance implications • Develops and delivers internal training for sales, operations, and HR on contracts, compliance, safety obligations, and employment law best practices • Provides hands-on counsel to all levels of executive staff • Leads and represents FlexTrades in contract negotiations with prospective clients, clients and vendors, negotiating terms favorable to FlexTrades • Maintains an audit file for each contract which will include original contract, all correspondence, changes/deviations, amendments, clarifications, payment schedules • Supports HR with investigations, disciplinary actions, claims response, and employee relations strategy • Identifies and makes recommendations to adjust operational processes that could result in legal risk • Reviews and responds on behalf of FlexTrades to claims or matters related to EEOC, ADA, DOL, etc. • Consults on business insurance claims as needed, including: workers compensation claims, E&L claims, Cyber claims, etc. • Partners with Safety and Risk to ensure compliance with OSHA requirements, develop risk mitigation strategies, and manage high exposure workers’ compensation claims • Ensures ongoing compliance with multi-state business and staffing regulations including licensing, registration, and wage notice requirements • Maintains corporate records, entity management, and compliance filings across multiple states • Partners with VP of Finance to represent FlexTrades in escalated collections matters • Maintains relationship with external legal counsel and determines when to consult external counsel on various legal matters related to FlexTrades business to ensure timely, cost-effective resolution • Leverages industry relationships as appropriate to understand market best practices and applies appropriate best practices to FlexTrades’ business • Acts as a FlexTrades Core Values champion, by holding the team accountable and promoting engagement in Moving the Line, Being the Next, Elevating Others, Pulling the Wagon, Enjoying the Journey, and Giving Back • Performs all other duties as assigned

🎯 Requirements

• 7+ years of experience working in a legal/General Counsel role in the staffing industry • JD degree from an ABA accredited law school • Active license to practice law and in good standing with a U.S. state bar • Legal experience in the staffing industry, working with internal employees, field personnel, and clients • Expertise in employment law, labor regulations, and contract negotiations • Proven experience managing multi-state legal compliance for a large, diverse workforce • Demonstrated ability to successfully negotiate client contracts with minimal deviations from standard terms • Strong attention to detail • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and drafting skills • Ability to balance legal risk with business goals and act as a strategic advisor • Proven ability to work independently, collaborating with other team members as needed to drive results in a fast-paced environment

🏖️ Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation • Best in Class: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance coverage offered • Work remotely in the United States • Paid holidays, Vacation, & Birthday PTO • Company sponsored personal wellness plan • Home office equipment provided