Paralegal - Employment Law

McKinsey & Company; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 83.000 - 103.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Comprehensive benefits

Zusammenfassung

McKinsey & Company in Atlanta is seeking a paralegal to serve as the primary liaison for employment contract workflows, litigation support, and third-party legal processes. This hybrid role supports the Americas Employment Law team across the US, Canada, and LatAm, delivering strategic guidance and compliance across personnel matters.

You will collaborate with a seasoned group of attorneys and paralegals, manage end-to-end contract workflows in CLM systems, and contribute to ethical,

Qualifikationen

• U.S. bachelor's degree required; Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred.
• 3+ years of experience as a paralegal in employment law, litigation, contract management, or related area in a top firm or corporate legal dept.
• Extensive experience administering end-to-end contract workflows within modern CLM systems (e.g., DocuSign CLM) and using Microsoft 365 apps.
• Exceptional organizational skills with ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication; attention to detail and drafting precision.
• Understanding of attorney-client privilege, data protection, and collaboration in a feedback-driven culture.
• Experience with AI-assisted legal research (e.g., HarveyAI) and e-discovery tools is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Serve as primary liaison for employment contract workflows and third-party processes.
• Support litigation matters and global employment law issues for the Americas.
• Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals across the firm to provide strategic guidance and compliance.

Kenntnisse

Paralegal Experience

Employment Law

Contract Workflows

CLM Systems

Microsoft 365

Documentation & Drafting

Data Privacy

AI-assisted Legal Research

Stakeholder Influence

E-Discovery & Holds

Cross-functional Collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

DocuSign CLM

Box

ServiceNow

Coupa

People Central

SharePoint

Jobbeschreibung

You will serve as the primary liaison for employment contract workflows, litigation support, and third-party legal process matters.

• Atlanta

YOUR IMPACT

You will be a member of an experienced legal team of ~10 attorneys and paralegals and support a wide range of global employment law matters.

The Americas Employment Law team is dedicated to the broad spectrum of internal personnel issues that arise in the firm involving our People in our US, Canada, and LatAm locations. We support firm functions that relate to our People matters, including Partner Personnel, Partner Compensation, Talent Attraction, HR, Professional Development, and Ethics & Compliance.

This team partners with firm leadership and global firm function colleagues to provide strategic employment law advice, manage disputes, and ensure compliance with applicable labor and employment laws.

This is a hybrid role, based in Atlanta, Georgia.

YOUR GROWTH

• Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
• A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You'll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
• Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm's diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Exceptional benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• U.S. bachelor's degree required. Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred
• 3+ years of experience as a paralegal in employment law, litigation, contract management, or a related practice area in an Am Law 100 law firm or Fortune 500 corporate legal department
• Extensive experience administering end-to-end contract workflows within modern CLM systems (e.g. DocuSign CLM) and using Microsoft365 applications (e.g. Word, Outlook, Excel, Sharepoint, PowerPoint, OneNote, Teams)
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft correspondence and legal documents with precision and clarity
• High interpersonal and collaboration skills within a workplace culture of open feedback and continuous improvement
• Understanding of attorney-client privilege and work-product doctrines, and data protection practices for sensitive data and PHI
• Experience conducting AI-assisted legal research (e.g. HarveyAI)
• Ability to influence stakeholders and peers toward consensus without relying on formal line-management authority
• Proficiency with enterprise data systems preferred (e.g., Box, ServiceNow, Coupa, People Central)
• Preferred experience managing litigation holds, e-discovery, and document review platforms
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment statutes is a strong plus

Please review the additional requirements regarding essential job functions of McKinsey colleagues.

FOR U.S. APPLICANTS

McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Certain US jurisdictions require McKinsey & Company to include a reasonable estimate of the salary for this role. To help you understand what you can expect, the salary range for new joiners in this role in United States, including all office locations where the job may be performed, is $82,600 - $103,200 USD gross per year. This reflects our best estimate of the lowest to highest salary/hourly wages for this role at the time of this posting, ensuring you have a clear picture right from the start, though it's important to remember that actual salaries may vary. Factors like your office location, your unique blend of experience and skills, start date and our current organizational needs all play a part in determining the final figure. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to McKinsey's discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance.

Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to the wellness of our colleagues and their families. This includes medical coverage, mental health coverage, dental and vision coverage, telemedicine services, life, accident and disability insurance, parental leave and family planning benefits, caregiving resources, a generous retirement contributions program, financial guidance, and paid time off.

FOR NON-U.S. APPLICANTS

McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. For additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites.