Employment & Labor Associate Attorney (3-7 Years) - New York, NY- 410163
8 hours ago
New York
Job ID: 410163 Practice area:- Employment Law - Litigation Employer Defense,Employment Law - Management (Compliance & Counseling) Employment & Labor Associate Attorney (3–7 Years) – Litigation, Counseling & M&A Support | Am Law Firm | New York, NY | Partner-Track Position Keywords: Employment Law Associate Attorney, Labor and Employment Attorney, Employment Litigation Attorney, Employment Lawyer, New York legal jobs, Attorney jobs New York, NY Bar required, Law firm employment associate, Partner-track position A top-tier Am Law firm is seeking an Employment & Labor Associate Attorney in New York. Work on employment litigation, compliance counseling, and M&A diligence with strong mentorship and global client exposure. This international, mid-sized, and young New York office has attorneys with a wide array of experience in antitrust law and commercial litigation; corporate finance and securities law; employment litigation and labor; project finance and development; real estate and mortgage finance; restructuring, insolvency and reorganization, and transactions based in Latin America. Although they only offer relatively competitive salaries, their team-oriented and informal environment -- where even the most senior partners are associates, mentors, and friends -- is conducive to quality and success. A globally integrated top-tier law firm is seeking an Employment & Labor Associate Attorney to join its New York office. This Am Law-caliber firm is known for its multidisciplinary practice and its ability to advise sophisticated clients across employment, corporate, and transactional matters. This Employment Law Associate Attorney role offers a unique blend of litigation, advisory work, and transactional support, allowing attorneys to build a well-rounded practice. With a collaborative and team-oriented culture, this position is actively interviewing and rarely opens at this level. Key Responsibilities • Advise clients on employment and labor law matters, including compliance and risk management, • Conduct M&A-related employment diligence and support transactional teams, • Draft and negotiate employment agreements, separation agreements, and restrictive covenant documents, • Handle employment litigation matters, including disputes and regulatory proceedings, • Provide strategic counseling on workplace policies, employee relations, and compliance issues, • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on complex legal matters Qualifications • 3–7 years of experience as an Employment Law Associate Attorney or similar role, • Strong background in employment litigation, counseling, and transactional employment work, • Experience with M&A-related diligence and client advising preferred, • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials, • Admission to the New York Bar (NY Bar required), • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, • Strong communication and client management abilities Culture & Firm Appeal This top-tier law firm is recognized for its collaborative and collegial work environment, where attorneys at all levels are encouraged to contribute and grow. The firm promotes a team-oriented culture in which partners actively mentor associates, fostering professional development and long-term success. Attorneys benefit from working in an international platform with exposure to diverse clients and industries. The firm's approachable leadership and supportive atmosphere create an environment where attorneys can thrive both professionally and personally. Why This Role Is Unique • Partner-track position with strong advancement opportunities, • Opportunity to develop expertise across litigation, counseling, and transactional employment matters, • Exposure to global clients and cross-border legal issues, • Collaborative environment with hands-on mentorship from senior attorneys, • Balanced and team-oriented culture that supports long-term career growth This Employment Law Associate Attorney role in New York legal jobs offers a compelling opportunity to build a dynamic and versatile legal career within a top-tier law firm. 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