At Fisher Phillips, we understand that exceptional talent is the cornerstone of our success and our ability to provide top-tier service to both our internal and external clients. Joining the Fisher Phillips team means engaging with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic and supportive environment, under leadership committed to investing in your professional development. If you possess a growth mindset, are eager to take on challenges, and are passionate about contributing to a team driving continuous change, we encourage you to apply.
The Opportunity:
Fisher Phillips, a renowned international employment and labor law firm, is seeking a Data Analyst II to enhance our firm’s capabilities. With a focus on delivering practical solutions to modern labor and employment law challenges, this role offers the flexibility to work remotely or in a hybrid capacity from our Los Angeles or Irvine offices. To learn more about us, please visit www.fisherphillips.com.
As a Data Analyst II, you will work under the supervision of an attorney, providing high-quality analytical support to benefit our clients and assist our legal teams. You are expected to achieve a minimum of 1500 billable hours per performance year, which runs from October 1 to September 30. Note that this role does not involve providing legal advice to clients.
Position Responsibilities:
Damage Model Creation: Develop models to estimate gross damage exposure for significant claims based on relevant statutes. Design and implement Excel reports and formulas to predict damages under various scenarios, collaborating with attorneys to adjust data as needed.
Time Card Analysis: Identify meal period violations and other insights through time card analysis. Modify formulas to perform “what if” scenarios, such as calculating penalties for a specific number of plaintiffs with various break and overtime patterns.
Data Management: Handle confidential client data with precision. Perform quality control, clean, aggregate, and transform diverse data formats into Excel for detailed analysis.
Model Checking: Verify the accuracy of modeling results and generate reports as required.
Payroll Analysis: Assess payroll and time data to ensure accurate wage distribution. Design and manipulate pay plan calculators to help clients determine owed wages based on commission and bonus criteria.
Spreadsheet Analysis: Create and modify spreadsheets for analyzing business data, such as profit and loss statements related to case defenses.
Project Management: Ensure timely completion and progression of projects, managing deadlines and tasks effectively.
Data Interpretation: Identify statistical trends through aggregation, sorting, and analysis of client data. Collaborate with team members, attorneys, paralegals, and class action lawyers.
Statistical Analysis: Conduct statistical estimation, testing for adverse impact in employer practices, and linear/logistic regression modeling for pay equity reviews.
Excel Expertise: Utilize advanced Excel skills to identify trends in Human Resources data and other business metrics.
Requirements:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree required.
Experience: 2-4 years of data analyst experience, preferably with some legal experience.
Technical Skills: Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel and the Office Suite. Experience with Python and Tableau is preferred.
Attributes: Strong organizational skills, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple projects with shifting priorities.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience in routine billable time and cost tracking.
Professionalism: Reliable, punctual, and able to handle high-stress situations with a professional demeanor.
What We Offer:
Fisher Phillips is dedicated to attracting top talent and offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package for eligible staff, including:
Performance-based salary increases
Affordable health, life, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Accounts
Sick time, paid time off, and paid holidays
401(k) plan with profit sharing
Wellness Program, 24/7 Telehealth Services, and Employee Assistance Program
Optional benefits such as Critical Care, Student Loan Refinancing Program, Pet Insurance, and more
No relocation assistance is provided. Principals only; no calls please.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Fisher Phillips is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws.
Salary Range:
The hourly rate for this position is $37.50 – $43.70. Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, internal equity, and other job-related factors as permitted by law.
