Wage and Hour Investigator

morganmorganjobsapplynow; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan seeks an Investigator for the Employment Law Department. The role requires strong investigative skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage case loads, draft opening letters, and coordinate with staff and outside firms while maintaining high productivity and attention to detail. This on-site position offers opportunities to grow within a leading consumer-rights law firm.

Qualifications

• Must have experience with and/or knowledge of employment labor laws.
• Associate degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience as an investigator or case manager (preferred).
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines.
• Must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision.
• Outstanding attention to detail and critical thinking ability.
• Extensive computer and database expertise, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and type no less than 40 wpm.

Responsibilities

• Meticulously manage assigned case load, quickly and efficiently conducting thorough research, creating roles and drafting letters.
• Identify cases where consultation with case staff is needed prior to sending opening letters and expertly manage the backlog of cases requiring more information or attorney approval.
• Maintain high productivity without sacrificing quality.
• Order investigations with outside firms as needed.
• Effectively communicate with the Employment Law Investigations team, investigation firms, case staff and attorneys, and other members of the firm regarding your assigned cases.

Skills

Employment Law

Investigative Skills

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Typing 40 wpm

Education

Associate degree

Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

About us

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we're their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.

Summary

We are seeking an Investigator to help support our Employment Law Department. This position's ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, excellent investigative skills, and is comfortable working independently in a fast-paced workplace. Investigators should be able to quickly evaluate case details and determine potential at-fault parties, research ownership/management of the parties, draft precise opening documents then, assess the need for independent investigation, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Meticulously manage assigned case load, quicky and efficiently conducting thorough research, creating roles and drafting letters.
• Identify cases where consultation with case staff is needed prior to sending opening letters and expertly manage the backlog of cases requiring more information or attorney approval.
• Maintain high productivity without sacrificing quality.
• Order investigations with outside firms as needed.
• Effectively communicate with the Employment Law Investigations team, investigation firms, case staff and attorneys, and other members of the firm regarding your assigned cases.

Qualification

• Must have experience with and/or knowledge of employment labor laws
• Associate degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience as an investigator or case manager (preferred).
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines.
• Must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision.
• Outstanding attention to detail and critical thinking ability.
• Extensive computer and database expertise, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and type no less than 40 wpm.

Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

Job Attributes

This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

E-Verify

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