A leading global, Am Law 100, law firm is seeking a lateral Employment Associate to join its offices in New York, NY and/or Short Hills, NJ. This partnership-track position the opportunity to work on complex employment matters, combining litigation, advisory, and transactional work in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
Responsibilities:
- Manage employment litigation, including wage and hour, discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination matters
- Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
- Provide day-to-day employment law advice and counsel to clients and HR professionals
- Draft and negotiate employment, separation, and related agreements
- Support employment due diligence and advise on employment aspects of corporate transactions
Qualifications:
- JD and admission to the New York and/or New Jersey Bar
- 3–6 years of labor and employment law experience (litigation and advisory)
- Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws
- Excellent legal writing, analytical, and research skills
Benefits:
- Exposure to high-profile, complex legal matter
- Real opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Base salary range of $260,000 – $390,000
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, wellness, and more)
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 resume. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Naomi Griffith for a confidential discussion.
Our advertisements use salary and experience as a guide only. Interlink Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
