Labor and Employment Associate

Labor and Employment Associate - Competitive Salary - San Diego, California, United States (hybrid)

A highly regarded U.S. law firm with a long-standing national presence is continuing to invest in the growth of its Labor and Employment practice. With over a century of history and a team of more than 500 attorneys across key U.S. markets, the firm advises a broad client base including multinational corporations, financial institutions, public sector organisations and high-growth businesses.

The firm is known for delivering commercially focused, practical legal advice across a wide range of industries including technology, healthcare, financial services and manufacturing. Its collaborative, cross-office model enables teams to work seamlessly on complex, multi-jurisdictional matters while maintaining a strong client-first approach.

Role

This opportunity sits within a well-established Labor and Employment team, supporting a mix of contentious and advisory matters. The role offers exposure to sophisticated employment litigation as well as day-to-day advisory work, providing a strong platform for professional development.

You will work closely with senior lawyers on complex mandates while taking increasing ownership of matters and developing direct client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Support employment litigation matters including pleadings, motions and case strategy
• Assist with discovery, document review and evidence analysis
• Contribute to internal investigations and fact-finding exercises
• Advise clients on a range of employment issues including workplace policies, compliance and risk management
• Conduct legal research and prepare client-ready memoranda and briefings
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices and practice areas on multi-disciplinary matters

Key Skills

• Qualified lawyer admitted and in good standing in a U.S. jurisdiction
• Proven experience in labor & employment law (litigation and/or advisory)
• Strong academic background and legal drafting skills
• Experience handling employment disputes and/or workplace investigations
• Commercial awareness and ability to deliver pragmatic legal advice
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to interact with clients
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Exposure to high-quality, complex and often high-profile matters
• Structured development and progression within a nationally recognised practice
• Collaborative and supportive team culture with cross-office integration
• Opportunity to build client relationships early in your career
• Flexible working arrangements with a focus on work-life balance
• Access to a diverse client base across multiple industries

This role offers an excellent platform for a junior to mid-level employment lawyer looking to develop within a well-established and growing practice. You will gain hands-on experience, strong mentorship and the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters while progressing your career within a respected national firm.

For more information regarding the role, please contact Zach at [email protected].

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