Labor & Employment Associate (2-4yr) - PHIL

Greenberg, Traurig, PA; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent benefits package

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

A leading global law firm in Philadelphia is seeking a Labor & Employment Associate with 2 to 4 years of experience. The role involves complex employment litigation and advising clients on various compliance issues. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills, and must be in good standing with the PA State Bar. This position offers competitive compensation and a commitment to inclusivity within the workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in employment-specific legal roles.
• Experience with wage and hour, discrimination, and harassment litigation.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in complex employment litigation.
• Draft personnel policies and employment agreements.
• Advise employers on compliance issues.

Skills

Experience in employment-specific, defense-side roles

Complex litigation

Advising on compliance issues

Strong interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Solid academic performance in law school

Good standing with PA State Bar

Job description

Labor & Employment Associate (2-4yr) - PHIL page is loaded## Labor & Employment Associate (2-4yr) - PHILremote type: Hybridlocations: Philadelphiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR202600592Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has a full-time employment opportunity for a 2nd – 4th year Associate in the Labor & Employment Practice in our Philadelphia office. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. GT is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100 and has a nationally ranked Chambers Labor & Employment Practice. This Associate will work closely with Shareholders across the firm’s more than 50 offices, assisting in complex employment litigation and counseling capacities. This Associate will also have the opportunity to interact regularly with clients, large and small, from a variety of industries. Job Requirements: Ideal candidate will have 2 or more years of experience in an employment-specific, defense-side role, with a focus on complex litigation involving wage and hour, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, accommodations, and other employment claims; experience advising employers on compliance issues relating to leaves of absence, performance management, wage and hour compliance, and terminations; and drafting personnel policies and employment agreements. Class and collective action experience is a plus. Qualified candidates will have solid academic performance in law school, strong interpersonal, writing and analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability, desire and initiative to take ownership over work and career. Candidates must be in good standing with the PA State Bar; NJ admission also preferred.GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.**No Fees Required**: GT will **never ask for payment for work equipment or network access**. Also, there are no application fees. We do not ask for bank information or any form of monetary or financial compensation during the recruitment process. All job offers will be preceded by an interview with our hiring team.If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by sending an email to [e-mail]. In your email please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting and a description of the position for which you are applying. If you have a disability that makes it difficult to express your interest in a job through our online application process, or if you require TTY/TDD assistance, please contact us to tell us about your needs.