Labor & Employment Attorney Associate — Growth & Impact

BCG Attorney Search; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collegial and inclusive culture committed to professional development

Opportunities to work on high-impact matters for sophisticated clients

Competitive compensation and benefits

Real paths for growth and leadership

Dynamic firm growth and opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Labor and Employment Attorney - Associate with over two years of experience to join their team in Des Moines, IA. The ideal candidate will be motivated, client-focused, and eager to grow within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Responsibilities include participating in litigation, handling administrative proceedings, and conducting legal research. Competitive compensation and benefits packages are offered along with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in labor and employment law.
• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with employment litigation and counseling.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Bar admission in Iowa required or eligibility to waive in.

Responsibilities

• Participate in state and federal litigation, including discovery, depositions, motions, mediations, and trials.
• Handle administrative proceedings before agencies such as the EEOC, ICRC, NLRB, DOL, and IWD.
• Engage in investigations, employment counseling, and transactional due diligence.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal memoranda, motions, and client documents.
• Work directly with clients and contribute to compliance, strategy, and litigation avoidance discussions.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Labor and Employment Attorney - Associate with over two years of experience to join their team in Des Moines, IA. The ideal candidate will be motivated, client-focused, and eager to grow within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Responsibilities include participating in litigation, handling administrative proceedings, and conducting legal research. Competitive compensation and benefits packages are offered along with opportunities for professional growth and development.