Labor & Employment Associate: Counsel, Litigate & Grow

Jobot; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Employment Law Associate for its East Coast operations. The role blends advisory counseling with active employment litigation, offering early responsibility and direct work with partners and clients.

Expect a market-rate compensation range and potential hybrid work arrangements. The ideal candidate has a JD with bar admission in eligible states and 3–5 years of labor and employment experience, including both counseling and litigation.

Qualifications

• JD and active bar admission in PA, NJ, VA, MD, or DC (or eligibility in the target market).
• 3–5 years of labor and employment experience, ideally including both counseling and litigation.
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage matters independently and communicate directly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Counsel employers on federal and state employment law, including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage-and-hour, leave, and accommodation issues
• Draft handbooks, policies, employment agreements, and separation agreements
• Handle employment litigation in state and federal court, including pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, and mediation
• Respond to and defend charges before the EEOC and state agencies
• Assist with workplace investigations and training

Skills

Litigation experience

Counseling & advisory

Writing & research

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Jobot is seeking an Employment Law Associate for its East Coast operations. The role blends advisory counseling with active employment litigation, offering early responsibility and direct work with partners and clients.

Expect a market-rate compensation range and potential hybrid work arrangements. The ideal candidate has a JD with bar admission in eligible states and 3–5 years of labor and employment experience, including both counseling and litigation.