Assistant General Counsel

Restaurant Technologies is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Assistant General Counsel with expertise in labor and employment law to join our Legal, Risk & Compliance team. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated attorney to work on complex legal matters while contributing to the continued growth and success of the company.

Position Overview:

As the Assistant General Counsel, you will play a key role in providing expert legal counsel on general legal matters with a focus on labor and employment. You will advise senior leadership, HR teams, and other stakeholders on employment-related issues and ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws. This role requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep understanding of labor and employment laws at the federal, state, and local levels.

Location:

Preferrably located close to our corporate headquarters in Mendota Heights, MN. Would also be open to fully remote as well.

Travel:

Required to travel up to 40% within the continental US.

Compensation:
The base salary range for this position is $160,000 - $200,000 annually, depending on experience and performance. In addition this role is eligible for an annual company performace based incentive. Please note that the base salary will vary based on geographic location, market conditions, and the candidate's experience.

We offer a competitive benefits package including car reimbursement program, iPhone and Surface Tablet, 3 weeks of PTO, 10 paid holidays, and more! Learn more here.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent the company in labor negotiations, including collective bargaining and dispute resolution.
• Provide legal advice and counsel to internal stakeholders on a broad range of labor and employment issues, including employee relations, compensation, benefits, workplace policies, terminations, and employee discipline.
• Oversee the handling of employee-related litigation, including wrongful termination, harassment, wage and hour claims, and discrimination lawsuits.
• Develop and implement strategies to ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, including the FLSA, Title VII, FMLA, ADA, and other state-specific regulations.
• Draft and review employment agreements, non-compete clauses, severance agreements, and employee handbooks.
• Manage relationships with outside counsel on labor and employment-related litigation and regulatory matters.
• Assist with internal investigations involving employee complaints or misconduct.
• Stay current on emerging trends in labor and employment law and advise leadership on potential impacts on business operations.
• Develop and provide training on labor and employment law topics.

Required Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• 8-10 years of legal experience with a focus on labor and employment law.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local labor and employment laws and regulations.
• REQUIRED: Experience with union negotiations, collective bargaining, and labor disputes.
• Proven experience in handling complex employment litigation and advising on HR policies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Strong critical thinking, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgment.
• Valid admission to a state bar.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in-house at a corporation or with a large-scale organization.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and case management systems.

Inclusive Employer
At Restaurant Technologies, we celebrate diversity, believe in equity, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees; we're proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law."

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us by email at RTCareers@rti-inc.com or call 1-888-796-4997.

Culture & Benefits

Our employees are the foundation of our success and we take care of them! Our comprehensive benefits include professional development, competitive health care coverage, incentives and a healthy work and life balance. We've cultivated an award-winning workplace for driven team members who enjoy a fast pace and rapid growth balanced by a flexible and supportive environment. We've earned recognition as a "Best Place to Work," by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal along with The Minnesota Work Life Champions Award while consistently earning a spot on Minnesota's Fastest Growing Companies list. In addition, we've earned numerous awards from our customer base who consider Restaurant Technologies a valued strategic partner.

Who We Are

Restaurant Technologies is the leading provider of highly innovative and value-enhancing bulk cooking oil management services to the food service industry. Our solution is environmentally sound, highly efficient and creates a safer, more productive work environment for restaurant personnel. With over 35,000 existing customers we are an established, profitable mid-sized company poised for double-digit growth in the coming year. We are headquartered in suburban Minneapolis, Minnesota with a growing number of sites strategically located across the U.S. serving over 41 metropolitan markets.