Manager - Wage and Hour Practice

At Stout, we're dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do - we call it Relentless Excellence . Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values : Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators.

Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team.

Stout is looking for an experienced Manager for our DCI (Disputes, Claims and Investigations) Wage and Hour practice team.

This is a full-time position which offers full benefits, 401K, and potential for annual bonuses.

Stout offers deep experience working on behalf of our clients to analyze complex data in connection with high stakes business litigation and general economic consulting.

Our Managers work closely with staff members and experts to analyze data and provide independent thoughtful analyses.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Manage various engagement objectives and day-to-day tasks

Review and analyze large quantities of data and develop complex analyses

Manage day-to-day client relationships and anticipate project scope, timing and budget issues

Develop and maintain productive relationships with clients

Manage competing client expectations and work with staff to accomplish deadlines and deliverables

Establish work plan, resource needs and appropriate methodologies to optimize project

Facilitate and lead client discussions

Manage risks and utilize creative problem solving techniques

Develop junior level staff and provide professional development opportunities

Ensure timely completion of project deliverables while maintaining a high quality of work-product

Prepare and present written analyses, reports and presentations to clients

Required Qualifications :

Four year degree at a college or university, preferably in Economics or Finance

Five or more years of experience in wage and hour consulting

A working knowledge of advanced database management and analytical tools such as SAS, SQL, STATA, R, etc.

Expert in Microsoft suite skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access

Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills

Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple, complex projects in diverse areas

Excellent teamwork, time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Intellectual curiosity and the ability to self-motivate

Rigorous attention to detail and commitment to quality control

Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements, timetables, and leadership

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, interacting effectively with project teams and clients, as well as being able to juggle the demands and scheduling needs of multiple clients at once.

Preferred Qualifications :

Strong expert report preparation experience

Expert level experience with SAS and Microsoft Access

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Why Stout?

Our goal is to provide a comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes competitive compensation, benefits & wellness programs that allows employees to choose what's most important to them at any life stage.

At Stout, we are committed to the personal and professional development of our employees while fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.

Stout Culture : We honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We are committed to representing and including the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our people, partners, and the communities we serve.

Our core values embrace a culture of inclusion and the equitable treatment of all team members, starting with Stout's leadership and spreading across the organization.

We strive to recruit, develop, and retain individuals with an array of talents, ideas, and experiences that propel the entrepreneurial spirit and exceptionalism that drive our success.

To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, click here .

Professional Development : To foster employee development we offer ongoing training and learning opportunities, employee resources groups, mentorship programming, and professional designation reimbursement.

We believe in timely and proactive performance excellence, ongoing 360 feedback, clear performance expectations at each level, and quarterly check-ins with your manager ensure you are supported and growing your career.

Stout Benefits : Stout offers a variety of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees throughout their career at Stout.

View our Benefits page to see what this can look like for you.

Flexible Work Schedules : Work-life balance is important to us and we want our employees to have balanced lives, which is why we have a discretionary time off policy for all salaried exempt employees.

This gives you the ability to take time off as appropriate.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, protected genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.

Stout values a diverse workforce and strongly encourages women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ communities, veterans, people with disabilities and members of other underrepresented communities to apply .

Interested in joining a rapidly growing group of bright, ambitious professionals in a work environment that values culture, diversity, and personal growth?

Stout might just be the right place for you.

For individuals assigned to work in California, Colorado, New York City, or Washington, Stout is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role.

The range for this role considers several factors including but not limited to prior work and industry experience, education level, and unique skills.

The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $87,000.00 - $195,000.00 Annual. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

Information about benefits can be found here - https : / / www.stout.com / en / careers / benefits.