Mid-Level Employment Associate

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in New York seeks a highly motivated mid-level Employment Associate to join its dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will counsel and litigate on behalf of employers, handling compliance and risk mitigation across forums.

The role requires a J.D., New York admission, 5–7 years of employment law experience, strong writing and advocacy, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment; hybrid work arrangement offered.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in New York.
• 5–7 years of employment law experience.
• Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience counseling clients on compliance with employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Prepare employee handbooks and policies.
• Advise clients on employment law issues, including paid sick leave, discrimination, and wage compliance.
• Represent employers in federal and state courts, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Draft and argue motions in both federal and state courts.
• Prepare and respond to pleadings and discovery requests.
• Conduct depositions and witness interviews.
• Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related agreements.
• Handle other ad hoc projects and assignments as needed.

Skills

Strong writing

Research

Oral advocacy

Time management

Compliance counseling

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated and experienced mid-level Employment Associate to join its dynamic legal team in New York, United States. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employment law counseling and litigation, with experience representing employers in various forums and advising clients on compliance and risk mitigation.

Duties

• Prepare employee handbooks and policies.
• Advise clients on employment law issues, including paid sick leave, discrimination, and wage compliance.
• Represent employers in federal and state courts, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Draft and argue motions in both federal and state courts.
• Prepare and respond to pleadings and discovery requests.
• Conduct depositions and witness interviews.
• Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related agreements.
• Handle other ad hoc projects and assignments as needed.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in New York.
• 5-7 years of relevant employment law experience.
• Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience counseling clients on compliance with employment laws.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in New York.

Skills

• Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.
• Experience in compliance counseling.

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule with three days in the office per week.