Labor and Employment Labor Relations Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Costa Mesa, CA, seeks a Labor and Employment Labor Relations Associate with 3–6 years of traditional labor law experience. The role requires CA Bar admission and an in-office presence of at least three days weekly.

The successful candidate will advise employers on union organizing drives, handle unfair labor practices, and represent management in arbitrations and bargaining negotiations, while providing strategic counseling on labor disputes and corporate restructurings.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in traditional labor law.
• Admitted to and in good standing with the California Bar.
• In-office presence required at least three days a week.

Responsibilities

• Advise employers on union organizing drives and manage strategic communication campaigns.
• Handle unfair labor practice proceedings and related litigation before labor relations boards.
• Manage contract grievances and represent management in labor arbitrations.
• Serve as spokesperson or strategist in collective bargaining negotiations.
• Provide strategic counseling for labor disputes and workplace crises.
• Counsel clients on labor aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Litigation skills

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Labor and Employment Labor Relations Associate with 3 to 6 years of experience to join their team in Costa Mesa, CA. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in traditional labor law and be ready to contribute to a dynamic legal environment.

Duties

• Advise employers on union organizing drives and manage strategic communication campaigns.
• Handle unfair labor practice proceedings and related litigation before labor relations boards.
• Manage contract grievances and represent management in labor arbitrations.
• Serve as spokesperson or strategist in collective bargaining negotiations.
• Provide strategic counseling for labor disputes and workplace crises.
• Counsel clients on labor aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings.

Requirements

3 to 6 years of experience in traditional labor law. Admitted to and a member in good standing of the California Bar. High academic grades. In-office presence required at least three days a week.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

California Bar admission.

Skills

Strong advocacy and litigation skills. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities. Proficiency in handling labor-related legal matters.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.