Employment Associate - BOS

plug-legal; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 310,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Mentorship and professional development

Competitive salary with bonus eligibility

Job summary

plug-legal is seeking a high-caliber Employment Associate with over 4 years of experience to join their elite team in Boston. This role involves managing employment litigation and providing advisory services to clients on complex workplace issues. Candidates should possess exceptional communication skills and be admitted to practice in Massachusetts.

Joining plug-legal offers a prestigious position in an Am Law 100 firm with an elite compensation package of $310,000 – $365,000, alongside comprehensive benefits. The work model is hybrid, requiring about 60% office presence.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of dedicated employment law experience within a reputable law firm.
• Experience litigating employment matters and advising employers on compliance.
• Must be admitted to practice in Massachusetts.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of employment litigation in state and federal courts.
• Provide strategic guidance on workplace issues and employee benefits.
• Draft employment-related policies and agreements for regulatory compliance.
• Conduct sensitive internal investigations and compliance training.
• Take full ownership over matters to achieve favorable results.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Collaborative approach to team-based legal service

Education

JD or LLM from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Propel your legal career by joining a premier Employment practice at the forefront of the Boston legal market. We are seeking a high-caliber Employment Associate (4+ years) to join an Am Law 100 firm renowned for its deep institutional knowledge and sophisticated approach to complex workplace law. This is an elite opportunity to join a North American team dedicated to navigating high-stakes litigation and providing strategic counsel for a diverse range of global industries.

About the Role

As an Employment Associate in our Boston office, you will serve as a vital advisor to employers on the federal, state, and local laws that shape the modern workplace. You will manage a dynamic portfolio that balances aggressive litigation defense with proactive HR-related counseling. This role is designed for a versatile practitioner who can transition seamlessly between courtroom advocacy, conducting sensitive investigations, and drafting executive-level agreements in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Employment Litigation: Manage all aspects of employment litigation in state and federal courts, including discrimination, wage and hour, non‑compete, and breach of contract matters.
• Advisory & Counseling: Provide daily strategic guidance to help clients navigate complex workplace issues, employee benefits, and equity-based compensation requirements.
• Policy Architecture: Draft technically precise employment-related policies and agreements that protect client interests and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Workplace Investigations: Lead and conduct sensitive internal investigations and deliver high-level compliance training to diverse client teams.
• Matter Ownership: Take full ownership over matters, exercising sound judgment and problem‑solving skills to meet business goals and achieve favorable results.

Requirements

• Experience: 4+ years of dedicated employment law experience within a reputable law firm, including experience before administrative agencies and courts.
• Technical Proficiency: Proven track record in litigating employment matters and advising employers on complex compliance and HR-related issues.
• Bar Admission: Must be admitted to practice, or eligible for admission, in Massachusetts.
• Academic Background: JD or LLM from an ABA‑accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment, and a collaborative approach to team-based legal service.

Why This Opportunity?

• Am Law 100 Prestige: Join a premier global firm of over 500 attorneys recognized for navigating the world’s most pivotal deals, disputes, and regulatory matters.
• Broad Institutional Knowledge: Benefit from a team with vast expertise across federal and state mandates, offering you a platform to address the most complex issues in employment law.
• Collaborative Excellence: Thrive in an environment that values mentorship and provides the resources of a global powerhouse to support your professional development.
• Elite Compensation: Competitive salary range of $310,000 – $365,000, plus bonus eligibility and a comprehensive, top‑tier benefits package.

Location / Working Model

Working Model: Our firm values the mentorship and synergy of in-person connection; this role follows a modern hybrid model, requiring an office presence approximately 60% of the time.