Midlevel to Senior Labor Employment and Workplace Safety Associate Raleigh NC
Our client a leading international law firm is seeking a Midlevel to Senior Associate with 3-6 years of experience to join its Labor Employment and Workplace Safety (LEWS) practice in the Raleigh office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to advance their career by working on a diverse range of complex employment matters within a collaborative and dynamic team environment.
Position Overview:
The ideal candidate will have substantive experience advising litigating and investigating employment and labor issues along with drafting and reviewing employment-related documents.
Key Responsibilities:
Advise clients on a variety of employment and labor law issues
Handle employment litigation and internal investigations
Draft and review employment policies and agreements including:
Offer letters
Employment agreements
Restrictive covenant agreements
Employee handbooks and employment policies
Separation agreements
Provide legal counsel on the employment aspects of business transactions including mergers and acquisitions
Work independently and collaboratively within teams to manage client relationships and case strategy
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
36 years of experience handling employment counseling litigation and workplace investigations
Strong knowledge of federal state and local labor and employment laws
Experience advising on employment issues in corporate transactions (preferred)
Excellent legal writing research and oral communication skills
Strong academic credentials
Self-starter with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Admission to practice in North Carolina or ability to waive in
Compensation:
Base salary range: $200000 $275000 (depending on experience and qualifications)
Why Join
Work with a highly respected employment and labor practice
Direct client interaction and hands-on case management from the start
Access to mentorship career development programs and leadership opportunities
Join a firm with a strong commitment to collaboration innovation and client service excellence
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit:
Resume
Cover letter
Law school transcript
This is a superb opportunity for a midlevel or senior associate to build a sophisticated employment law practice within a supportive and nationally recognized platform. All inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality.
Required Experience:
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