Employment Attorney

Info Resume Edge; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced Employment Attorney to provide legal counsel and represent clients in employment law matters. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor degree, active state bar membership, and a solid understanding of employment regulations. Responsibilities include drafting employment agreements, representing clients in disputes, and advising on compliance. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active state bar membership in good standing.
• Minimum years of experience practicing employment law.
• Strong understanding of federal and state employment regulations.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on employment law matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate employment agreements and contracts.
• Represent clients in disputes and court proceedings.
• Conduct legal research on labor laws.
• Advise HR and management on compliance and best practices.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Legal research tools

Case management software

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Employment Attorney to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in employment law providing counsel on issues such as workplace compliance employee relations labor disputes and litigation. This role requires a proactive professional who can advise and represent clients effectively in all aspects of employment law.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on employment law matters including discrimination, harassment, wage and hour laws and employee rights.
• Draft, review and negotiate employment agreements, policies and contracts.
• Represent clients in disputes, mediations, arbitrations and court proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on federal, state and local labor laws and regulations.
• Advise HR and management teams on compliance and best practices to prevent legal risks.
• Handle matters related to wrongful termination, workplace safety and labor negotiations.
• Manage employment‑related litigation including drafting motions, pleadings and responses.
• Assist with internal investigations and audits.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active state bar membership (in good standing).
• Minimum Insert Number years of experience practicing employment law.
• Strong understanding of federal and state employment regulations.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with class action lawsuits and multijurisdictional cases.
• Familiarity with labor relations and collective bargaining.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Exposure to challenging and meaningful legal work.