An AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a junior to mid-level Labor and Employment Associate with 2-5 years of experience to join its employment practice group in New York. This role offers a mix of employment litigation and transactional employment work.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle employment litigation, including discrimination cases, wage and hour class actions, and contract disputes in federal and state courts or before administrative agencies.
• Conduct transactional work, including:
• Providing advice and counseling on employment matters
• Wage and hour audits
• Drafting employment-related documents (e.g., agreements, handbooks, policies)
• Researching and analyzing complex employment law issues
• Experience with traditional labor law and conducting employment training is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2-5 years in employment litigation and transactional work.
• Skills: Strategic, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple assignments with a high sense of urgency.
• Education: Strong academic and writing credentials.
• Bar Admission: Active state bar membership (New York preferred; NJ, PA, or CT Bar admissions are a plus).

Compensation

The target annual pay range for this role is $225,000-$295,000, with total compensation potentially including bonuses, incentives, and firm-sponsored benefits. Hybrid work schedule available.

If you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Jennifer Edgell for a confidential discussion.

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