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

Greenberg Traurig, LLP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

A global law firm in Philadelphia is seeking a 2nd – 4th year Associate in the Labor & Employment Practice. This position offers the chance to work closely with experienced Shareholders on complex employment litigation and client interactions. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of specific experience and demonstrate strong analytical, writing, and interpersonal skills. The firm values continuous professional growth and an inclusive workplace with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in complex employment litigation.
• Advising employers on compliance with leaves of absence and performance management.
• Drafting personnel policies and employment agreements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in complex employment litigation.
• Interact with clients from various industries.
• Review and draft employment-related documents.

Skills

Experience in employment-specific, defense-side role

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong writing skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Ability to take ownership over work

Education

Solid academic performance in law school

Good standing with the PA State Bar

Job description

Greenberg 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.