Employment Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Oakland (CA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading women-led law firm in the San Francisco Bay Area is looking for a full-time Associate Attorney. This role supports employment law and workplace investigations, offering a remote structure and a focus on work-life balance. Ideal for a mid-level attorney with strong legal expertise and emotional intelligence, this position emphasizes collaboration and inclusivity.

Benefits

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Work-from-home Stipend

Business Development Bonuses

Annual Year-End Bonus

Full Sponsorship for Training

Supportive Team Environment

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in California employment law.
• Prior experience in employer-side advice and workplace investigations.

Responsibilities

• Advise employers on California employment law and compliance.
• Conduct workplace investigations and lead trainings.
• Draft and review employment-related documents.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Communication

Legal Research

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Job Overview:
A highly respected, women-led law firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to support its employment law and workplace investigations practice. This position offers a remote work structure, low billable hour requirements (1,100 annually), and an outstanding work-life balance. The role involves advising employers on California employment law, conducting impartial investigations (including Title IX matters), and delivering workplace trainings. Ideal for a mid-level attorney who combines legal expertise with emotional intelligence and values a collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven firm culture.

Location:

oakland, CA

Duties:

Provide legal advice and counsel to employers on California employment law and compliance

Conduct objective workplace investigations, including interviews, document review, and report writing

Lead and facilitate workplace trainings on harassment prevention, DEI, employee relations, and compliance topics

Draft, review, and revise employment-related documents, including policies, handbooks, agreements, and settlement terms

Conduct legal research and monitor developments in state and federal employment law

Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high-quality service and efficient workflow

Participate in firm initiatives including knowledge-sharing and blog content creation

Maintain accurate case files and documentation in line with internal protocols

Requirements:

3–6 years of experience practicing California employment law

Prior experience in employer-side advice and counsel and workplace investigations

Strong organizational and case management skills

Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment

High emotional intelligence and ability to connect with individuals of diverse backgrounds

Spanish language fluency is a significant plus

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications:

Active license to practice law in the State of California

Association of Workplace Investigators Certificate Holder (or willingness to obtain within first year)

Skills:

Excellent legal research, analysis, and report writing

Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong facilitation and presentation abilities for workplace training

Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and neutrality

Comfortable using technology to streamline remote legal practice

1,100 annual billable hour target

Unlimited paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Work-from-home stipend

Business development bonuses for client origination

Annual year-end bonus based on firm profitability

Full sponsorship to attend the Association of Workplace Investigators Institute

Supportive, collaborative team of accomplished and collegial professionals

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1750 Montgomery St Fl 1
San Francisco
California
United States 94111
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