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Senior Manager, Wage and Hour - Disputes, Claims & Investigations
Senior Manager, Wage and Hour - Disputes, Claims & InvestigationsStout • Houston, TX, United States
Senior Manager, Wage and Hour - Disputes, Claims & Investigations

Senior Manager, Wage and Hour - Disputes, Claims & Investigations

Stout • Houston, TX, United States
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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.

Senior Manager / Director - DCI (Disputes, Claims & Investigations), Wage & Hour

Stout is seeking a Senior Manager or Director with 8+ years of experience to join our Disputes, Claims & Investigations (DCI) Wage and Hour practice. This is a full-time leadership role offering comprehensive benefits, a 401(k), annual bonus eligibility, and long-term growth opportunities.

Stout brings deep expertise supporting clients in high-stakes business litigation and economic consulting matters. Senior Managers and Directors serve as trusted advisors to clients, lead complex engagements, and play a key role in developing talent, shaping strategy, and driving the continued growth of the Wage and Hour practice.

Impact You'll Make

In this leadership role, you will drive client outcomes, mentor teams, and shape the strategic direction of wage and hour engagements across the firm.

  • Lead and oversee complex wage and hour litigation, investigations, and consulting engagements from scoping through delivery.
  • Serve as a primary client contact, building trusted advisor relationships and delivering high-impact, defensible analyses.
  • Set analytical and methodological direction to ensure work product meets the highest standards of quality and rigor.
  • Provide strategic oversight across multiple engagements, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timelines, and budgets.
  • Contribute to the growth and reputation of the Wage and Hour practice through thought leadership, business development, and market presence.

What You'll Do

These responsibilities reflect the strategic, managerial, and technical leadership expected at the Senior Manager / Director level.

  • Lead engagement planning, including scoping, staffing, budgeting, and workplan development.
  • Oversee complex data analyses, expert support, and damages modeling related to wage and hour disputes.
  • Review and approve analytical work, reports, and expert-facing materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and defensibility.
  • Manage and mentor Managers, Associates, and Analysts, supporting their development and performance growth.
  • Coordinate with internal experts, legal counsel, and clients to manage expectations and deliver successful outcomes.
  • Identify and mitigate engagement risks while navigating evolving client needs and litigation timelines.
  • Support business development efforts, including proposal development, client pitches, and relationship expansion.
  • What You Bring

    This section outlines the experience, expertise, and leadership capabilities required for success at this level.

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; advanced degree preferred in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in wage and hour consulting, litigation support, economic consulting, or a closely related discipline.
  • Deep expertise in wage and hour matters, including data analysis, class certification support, damages analyses, and expert testimony preparation.
  • Strong understanding of advanced data and analytical tools (e.g., SAS, SQL, STATA, R, or similar platforms), with the ability to guide technical teams.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting complex analyses to clients, attorneys, and other stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated success managing large, complex engagements and multiple teams simultaneously.
  • How You'll Thrive

    These competencies and behaviors will enable long-term success and leadership impact at Stout.

  • Lead with confidence, accountability, and adaptability in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
  • Balance strategic thinking with hands-on engagement oversight when needed.
  • Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance team culture aligned with Stout's core values.
  • Demonstrate sound judgment and intellectual rigor when navigating complex and high-risk matters.
  • Deliver Relentless Excellence in client service, team leadership, and practice development.
  • Why Stout?

    At Stout, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life.

    We foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success. Our leadership is committed to inclusion and belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve.

    We invest in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback, ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals.

    Stout provides flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives.

    Learn more about our benefits and commitment to your success.

    https : / / www.stout.com / en / careers / benefits

    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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law.

    Stout is required by applicable state and local laws 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.

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