Lateral Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience in employment matters

BCG Attorney Search; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lateral Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience in employment matters. This role offers the chance to engage with private equity clients and strategic investors, handling employment aspects of transactions. You will draft and negotiate various employment agreements while ensuring compliance with state laws. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your skills in legal analysis and client management will shine. If you are ready to take your career to the next level in a supportive and challenging setting, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in employment aspects of private equity or M&A transactions.
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating employment-related agreements.

Responsibilities

• Handle employment aspects of transactions involving private equity and strategic investors.
• Draft and negotiate employment agreements and conduct legal research.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Legal drafting

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Client management

Strategic thinking

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Lateral Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience in employment matters

Company name: BCG Attorney Search

Experience: 2-10 yrs required

Posted on: Oct 09, 2024

Profile: A law firm is seeking a Lateral Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience in employment matters related to corporate transactions to join its Employment, Executive Compensation & Benefits practice group in Boston. This position offers the opportunity to work with private equity clients and strategic investors on various employment issues.

Location: Boston

Duties:

• Handle employment aspects of transactions involving private equity and strategic investors.
• Draft and negotiate employment agreements, offer letters, separation agreements, and restrictive covenant agreements.
• Conduct legal research to ensure compliance with applicable state laws.
• Advise clients on structuring transactions and market practices regarding employment issues.
• Participate in due diligence calls and negotiate transaction documents.
• Analyze legal and factual backgrounds of disputes and litigation matters.
• Assist in developing case strategy and preparing court and agency filings.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in employment aspects of private equity or M&A transactions.
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating employment-related agreements.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and client management skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to practice in Massachusetts or eligibility to obtain admission promptly.

Skills:

• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to apply legal principles to various factual scenarios.
• Strong judgment and strategic thinking abilities.

Company info:

BCG Attorney Search
225 Franklin Street, 26th floor
Boston, Massachusetts, United States 02110
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