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Associate, Wage and Hour - Disputes, Claims & Investigations Job in Cleveland, Ohio US

Associate, Wage and Hour - Disputes, Claims & Investigations

Stout Risius Ross, LLC - Cleveland, OH

Posted: 12/18/2025 - Expires: 3/18/2026

Job ID: 293008642

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Job Description

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.

Associate - DCI (Disputes, Claims & Investigations), Wage & Hour

Stout is seeking an Associate with 2-5 years of experience to join our Disputes, Claims & Investigations (DCI) Wage and Hour practice. This is a full-time role offering comprehensive benefits, a 401(k), and eligibility for annual bonuses.

Stout brings deep expertise supporting clients in high-stakes business litigation and economic consulting matters. Associates work closely with experienced professionals and subject-matter experts to analyze complex data and deliver independent, thoughtful analyses.

Impact You'll Make

This role plays a critical part in delivering high-quality analytical support on complex wage and hour matters. Your work will directly contribute to successful client outcomes and the effectiveness of project teams.

Execute and support complex data analyses related to wage and hour disputes and investigations.
Contribute to the development of sound methodologies and analytical approaches that support defensible conclusions.
Help ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and with a high standard of quality.
Build strong working relationships across project teams to drive collaboration and efficiency.
Support client-facing deliverables that clearly communicate findings and insights.

What You'll Do

These responsibilities reflect the day-to-day work required to support engagements and achieve project objectives.

Review, organize, and analyze large and complex datasets to support litigation and consulting engagements.
Support multiple concurrent projects, anticipating scope, timing, and budget considerations.
Assist in developing work plans, methodologies, and resource needs to optimize project outcomes.
Collaborate closely with team members to meet deadlines and manage competing client expectations.
Support written analyses, reports, and presentations prepared for clients and other stakeholders.
Apply creative problem-solving techniques to manage risks and address analytical challenges.

What You Bring

This section outlines the qualifications and technical skills needed to succeed in the role.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Economics, Mathematics, or a related field.
2-5 years of experience in wage and hour consulting or a closely related field.
Working knowledge of advanced data management and analytical tools such as SAS, SQL, STATA, R, or similar platforms.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively with cross-functional teams.

How You'll Thrive

These competencies and behaviors will help you excel and grow within Stout's collaborative culture.

Maintain flexibility and adaptability in response to changing project requirements and timelines.
Demonstrate strong organizational skills and rigorous attention to detail.
Exhibit intellectual curiosity, self-motivation, and a commitment to quality control.
Collaborate effectively with colleagues while managing competing priorities.
Uphold Stout's core values and deliver Relentless Excellence in both client service and internal teamwork.

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 $74,000.00 - $135,000.00 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 .

Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Federal Contractor
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
Bachelor's degree
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Job Reference Code
85774795
Salary
$74,000.00 - $135,000.00 /year
Licenses / Certifications:
N/A
Display Recommended WorkKeys®Recommended WorkKeys®:
Applied Math: 4
Graphic Literacy: 5

Workplace Documentation: 4