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We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
Job Description:
The People of Southwest Airlines come together to deliver on our Purpose, which is to connect People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Senior Labor Strategy Consultant invests in our Purpose by providing strategic analysis and planning for contract negotiations through developing hypotheses for critical and complex issues involving labor contracts, economics, industry landscape, and Southwest’s Labor Strategy. This role collaborates with teams in Labor Relations, Flight Operations, Inflight, and Crew Scheduling and will support nego tiating committees by serv ing as a sub ject matter expert on contractual comparisons and competitive opportunities . The Senior Labor Strategy Consultant is a skilled communicator (both written and verbal) with strong interpersonal and analytical skills who is excited to make an impact and drive their own career with Heart.
Additional details:
The culture of Southwest Airlines means we embrace a flexible workplace and value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. This role is a hybrid position based out of our Corporate Campus in Dallas, TX, which requires Employees to work at a Company facility at least three days a week. The Department designates the specific three days of the week Employees must work on-site.
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. is required , and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.
Responsibilities
Ensure accurate results of analysis performed
Perform analysis related to industry and competitive research, labor contract benchmarking, and contract and compensation comparisons
Maintain ongoing knowledge of industry trends and practices of competitors; track the changing landscape of other airline labor contracts
Create analytical illustrations and cogent insights needed to present analytical findings
Collaborate to ensure alignment with colleagues within the Team and from other Company departments
Develop and deliver structured presentations that inform and influence audiences using insights and illustrations derived from analysis
Construct and manage complex analytical models
Contribute to educating Executive Leadership on the labor cost impact of the SWA business model and competitive advantages and disadvantages of SWA labor contracts vs. industry
Engage with negotiating Teams and attend negotiations in the role of a subject matter expert as needed
Create analytical illustrations and insights in support of Labor communications
Interpret Union contracts as they relate to payroll, leaves of absence, bid processes, and other work rules
Act as a Labor Relations subject matter expert and provide executive presentations and explanations on complex issues and projects
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the business and management principles involved in strategic planning
Knowledge of economic, financial, basic accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, and the analysis and reporting of financial data
Must demonstrate strong quantitative skills
Skilled in collecting, organizing, visualizing, and assimilating data including turning raw data into meaningful information
Skilled in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and advise on recommended solutions
Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense
Ability to brainstorm approaches to solving complex issues
Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events)
Ability to contribute positively to a Team environment that promotes sharing, collaboration, and accountability
Demonstrate flexibility to adapt to a dynamic environment
Ability to present findings and defend analysis with department Leadership and with Unions at the negotiating table
Education
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Required: Bachelors Degree
Experience
Expert-level experience, expansive and far-reaching knowledge in:
Economic and financial analysis
Work or academic experience in business, finance, or strategy
Preferred: Consulting experience with the ability to learn , research, assess a business problem, and develop recommendations
Licensing/Certification
N/A
Physical Abilities
Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Other Qualifications
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Must meet confidentiality expectations related to confidential, proprietary, and sensitive information
Pay & Benefits:
Competitive market salary from $ 137,250 $152,500 per year * depending on qualifications and experience.
For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the Company.
Benefits you’ll love:
- Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
- Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per paycheck**
- Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement - when Southwest profits, you profit***
- Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
- Pay amount doesn’t guarantee employment for any particular period of time
***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plan’s vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Posting End Date
03/19/2024
