Principal Advisor, Labor Relations

Here at Scout Motors were 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 its a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration caretaking and hard work.

The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the environment by developing 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 hasnt 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 employee 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 youre ready to drive change and make history apply now!

What youll do

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

• Work closely with senior leadership and the HR Production and Commercial Teams to identify company and team needs define strategy develop action plans identify deliverables present results measure outcomes and provide recommendations.
• Leverage data and insights to assess and drive action in developing and implementing both reactive and proactive labor relations strategies and plans in close collaboration with organizational leadership.
• Serve as a key advisor to the HR Team and senior management on all aspects of labor relations matters.
• Provide labor relations expertise on operational projects and programs and consult on internal and external processes regarding labor relations.
• Conduct company and team-wide training sessions to educate employees and management on labor relations matters including compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
• Develop maintain and advise management on labor relations policies and practices.
• Work closely with the Legal HR and Compliance Teams on both proactive and reactive measures with respect to compliance issues.
• Identify risks through market assessments and provide recommendations on labor relations strategy policies and procedures to senior management and relevant team leaders.
• Work closely with Community Affairs and the HR Team to monitor labor relations activities and trends in the industry and make recommendations to senior management.
• Ensure that all critical labor relations matters are reported efficiently and effectively while ensuring that work is delivered on time with the highest quality.
• Partner with the Chief Labor and Employment Counsel to mitigate risks and manage employment-related litigation strategies.

Location & Travel Expectations:

• This role will be based out of the future Scout Motors headquarters.
• The responsibilities of this role require frequent attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly at our Columbia and/or Blythewood office.
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

What youll bring

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity curiosity resourcefulness and strive to exhibit a positive attitude as well as a growth mindset. Youll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced high-growth environment. Youll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Heres what else youll bring:

• At least 7 years of experience in Labor Relations Human Resources or equivalent.
• Possesses knowledge of collective bargaining grievance processes contract administration contract negotiation and labor and management relationships.
• Possess knowledge of current major employment and labor laws such as ADA FMLA NLRA Taft Hartley etc.
• A bachelors degree from an accredited institution; a masters degree in Industrial Relations preferred.
• Ability to effectively navigate ambiguity and issues that do not always have a process or system in place.
• Successful record of creating improving and executing programs at scale.
• Ability to set priorities and effectively efficiently and calmly manage multiple time-sensitive projects.
• Practical and business-minded with an ability to present advice pragmatically.
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally across multiple responsibilities and functions simultaneously in a fast-paced ever-changing and challenging environment.
• Experience in public speaking across a large population.

What youll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up. This is a chance to create something new and lasting with an iconic brand at its foundation. In addition Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical mental and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical dental vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement jury duty voting time or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidates skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range $150000.00 - $180000.00

Internal leveling code: IC6

Notice to applicants:

• Residing inSan Francisco:Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Residing inLos Angeles:Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
• Residing inNew York City:This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

Equal Opportunity

Scout is committed to employing a diverse workforceand is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race color religion sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity gender expression veteran status disability pregnancyor anyother characteristicsprotected by law.Scout is committed to compliance with allapplicablefairemploymentpractice laws.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application pre-employment testing or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process please contact