We are looking for an experienced Employee Relations Lead to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Minnetonka, Minnesota. In this role, you will act as a strategic advisor and subject matter expert, addressing complex employee relations matters while ensuring alignment with organizational values and compliance standards. Collaborating closely with HR partners, legal teams, and executive leadership, you will drive consistency, mitigate risks, and foster a positive workplace culture across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide expert guidance on employee relations issues, including performance management, corrective actions, organizational restructuring, and policy interpretation.<br>• Conduct and oversee investigations of high complexity and sensitivity, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws.<br>• Partner with HR teams, legal, and executive leadership to address escalated cases and enterprise-wide employee relations matters.<br>• Develop and implement employee relations best practices, policies, and training programs to enhance organizational effectiveness.<br>• Utilize data analytics to identify trends, inform decision-making, and present actionable insights to senior leadership.<br>• Mentor and coach less experienced team members, fostering growth and alignment with regulatory standards.<br>• Lead cross-functional projects and initiatives to improve employee relations processes and outcomes.<br>• Provide strategic counsel to leaders and stakeholders on risk mitigation and organizational change.<br>• Champion a culture of integrity, inclusion, and accountability across all levels of the organization.
<p>The Sr. HR Generalist - Leave Administration role involves managing employee leaves of absence, including FMLA, state-specific leaves, and other leave programs, while ensuring compliance with labor laws and maintaining employee records. Responsibilities include fostering positive employee relations, conducting investigations, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and supporting audits, policy updates, and drug testing processes. The role also supports recruitment efforts such as workforce coordination, job postings, candidate screening, and onboarding union employees, including training and documentation management. Additionally, this position acts as a liaison between union employees and management, ensures compliance with collective bargaining agreements, and assists with compliance reporting for government projects. The role also involves coordinating employee training programs and contributing to HR process improvements.</p><p><br></p><p>This role requires 5+ years of experience in a similar HR Generalist role, with hands-on experience in leaves administration (in-house). A Bachelors Degree in Human Resources, Business, or similar is preferred, but not required. Experience in a union-associated construction company is required. </p><p><br></p><p>This role is hybrid offering 2 days work from home after a minimum of 90-days of onsite training. Beginning pay is $90-125k, depending on qualifications, with a discretionary bonus potential. Full, highly competitive benefits are also available, including health, dental, vision, 401k with match, and profit share. </p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in this role, please apply directly for consideration. This role is open to current residents of MN only.</p>
<p>This role calls for a driven attorney who’s passionate about complex litigation and committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for clients. With cases that demand strategic thinking and impactful advocacy, you’ll work closely with a variety of partners across the firm’s portfolio — owning your work while operating within a supportive environment.</p><p>Whether you’re defending depositions or drafting motions, rest assured that your efforts will help small business owners fight for and protect their rights.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Litigation Lifecycle Management:</strong> Handle cases from pre-suit investigation through to trial or settlement.</li><li><strong>Draft & Argue:</strong> Prepare compelling motions, pleadings, discovery, and present arguments confidently in court.</li><li><strong>Deposition Experience:</strong> Conduct and defend depositions, ensuring seamless case progression.</li><li><strong>Client & Strategy Focus:</strong> Collaborate directly with clients and partners to strategize and lead litigation efforts.</li><li><strong>Courtroom Advocacy:</strong> Build impactful case narratives to deliver optimal outcomes for franchise-related disputes.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Compliance Manager</p><p>Are you an experienced compliance professional ready to lead and enhance compliance programs in the financial services industry? We are seeking a Compliance Manager to join a robust Legal & Compliance team. This role entails developing and overseeing compliance policies, procedures, and testing programs to ensure adherence to regulations and support organizational integrity.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Manage the firm’s Electronic Communications Program, including policies, procedures, training, and surveillance in compliance with regulations.</p><p>Evaluate new technology projects and vendor assessments for potential regulatory risks and control requirements.</p><p>Participate in committees, refine related policies, and handle incident investigation, response, and remediation efforts.</p><p>Test accuracy of supervisory reports utilized for compliance oversight and regulatory purposes.</p><p>Perform control testing over Books and Records, Privacy, Cybersecurity, Vendor Management, and other processes to ensure regulatory compliance.</p><p>Revise written supervisory procedures and policies as needed, in response to evolving regulations, business processes, or testing outcomes.</p><p>Work across departments to resolve compliance-related issues and ensure the implementation of effective controls.</p><p>Develop and deliver compliance training to enhance understanding of policies across the organization.</p><p>Assist in responding to regulatory inquiries, audits, and remediation efforts as advised by regulatory bodies or firm leadership.</p><p>Identify and implement opportunities for operational and technological enhancements to improve efficiency and oversight.</p><p>Qualifications</p><p>7+ years of relevant compliance experience; prior institutional broker-dealer experience is a plus.</p><p>Bachelor’s degree required, with a focus in Business, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.</p><p>Proficiency with enterprise compliance systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and data analytics tools.</p><p>Strong interpersonal and written communication skills; ability to liaise effectively across departments in various settings.</p><p>Must be detail-oriented with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks effectively while maintaining confidentiality.</p><p> </p><p>This position offers an opportunity to help shape and execute compliance programs in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, collaborating with teams committed to excellence.</p><p> </p><p>Ready to take the next step in your career? Contact Douglas Rickart at 612-249-0330, connect with him on LinkedIn, or click the application link to apply!</p>
