LABOR & EMPLOYMENT ASSOCIATE (3-6 YEARS) - NYC

Job Description

Job Description

Accelerate Your Legal Career

On behalf of our Am Law 200 firm client, our specialized legal recruitment agency is seeking a talented Labor & Employment Associate with 3-6 years of experience. This position offers excellent training, mentorship, and growth opportunities for attorneys looking to build their careers.

WHY THIS ROLE IS PERFECT FOR YOUR CAREER:

• Hands-on Experience: Handle workplace discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination matters
• Skill Development: Draft pleadings, manage discovery, and prepare motions
• Client Exposure: Draft employment policies, conduct employee training, and advise on workplace matters
• Clear Growth Path: Defined trajectory for advancement
• Competitive Compensation: $140,000-$190,000 plus annual discretionary bonus

IDEAL CANDIDATES HAVE:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• 3-6 years of experience after graduating law school
• Member of the NY Bar or ability to waive in
• Strong academic background
• Strong defense litigation skills
• Experience with depositions and administrative hearings (plus)
• Strong writing, research, and communication skills
• Detail-oriented mindset
• Strong work ethic

PRACTICE AREAS:

• Labor & Employment
• Workplace Discrimination
• Harassment & Retaliation
• Wrongful Termination

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Vacation and sick time
• Parking/public transportation allowance
• Employee assistance program

Located in New York City with hybrid work arrangement.

This position offers attorneys the perfect opportunity to develop specialized employment law experience with a respected Am Law 200 firm.