Lateral Associate - Employment Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in New York, NY seeks a lateral associate for its Litigation Group, focusing on employment matters. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of employment law experience, preferably on the management side, with a JD and NY admission.

The role involves drafting employment agreements, advising on terminations, conducting investigations, preparing handbooks, and ensuring compliance with employment laws, with opportunities for cross‑practice collaboration and

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of experience in employment law.
• Experience on the management side in a law firm.
• Prior government experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft employment and separation agreements.
• Advise on terminations and restrictive covenants.
• Conduct workplace investigations and manage reductions in force.
• Prepare employer handbooks and conduct employment diligence for transactions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws.

Skills

Employment law knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a lateral associate to join its Litigation Group in New York, New York, focusing on employment matters. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of four years of experience in a law firm's employment group, preferably on the management side. Candidates with prior government experience, such as with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or similar agencies, are encouraged to apply. This role is not open to current law students.

Duties

• Draft employment and separation agreements.
• Advise on terminations and restrictive covenants.
• Conduct workplace investigations and manage reductions in force.
• Prepare employer handbooks and conduct employment diligence for transactions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws.

Requirements

• Minimum of four years of experience in employment law.
• Experience on the management side in a law firm.
• Prior government experience is a plus.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admitted to practice law in New York State.

Skills

Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws. Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills. Ability to work with executive compensation and other practice groups.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.