Senior Labor & Employment Associate (Labor Focus)

Jobot; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 210,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

401(k) match

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Jobot seeks an experienced Labor & Employment attorney to join our Denver team, advising employers on traditional labor issues, leading collective bargaining, and handling arbitration from strategy to resolution.

You will represent clients in labor disputes, collaborate with business leaders, and shape workforce strategies in a fast-paced environment. Colorado Bar admission and JD are required.

Qualifications

• 7-8 years of experience in labor & employment law, with a strong focus on traditional labor.
• Hands-on experience with collective bargaining, grievance arbitration, and union environments.
• Exposure to NLRB matters or similar administrative proceedings.
• Strong writing, analytical, and client-facing skills.
• Ability to manage matters independently while collaborating with a broader team.
• Active Colorado Bar admission (or ability to obtain promptly).
• JD from an accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Advise employers on a wide range of traditional labor issues, including union relations and workforce strategy.
• Lead and support collective bargaining negotiations and contract administration.
• Handle grievances and arbitration proceedings from strategy through resolution.
• Represent clients in labor disputes and administrative proceedings, including matters before federal agencies.
• Partner with clients and internal teams to proactively manage risk and navigate complex workplace challenges.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment while managing multiple matters in a fast-paced setting.

Skills

Strong writing

Analytical

Client-facing

Independent work

Collaboration

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Colorado Bar admission (or ability to obtain promptly)

Job description

Job details:

Take your traditional labor practice to the next level with a premier firm—top-of-market salary, bonus, unlimited PTO, 401(k) match, and direct exposure to high-stakes union negotiations and NLRB work.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sierra Johnson

Salary: $210,000 - $240,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a nationally recognized labor and employment law firm dedicated to representing employers in complex workplace matters. Our Denver office plays a key role in supporting clients across Colorado and the broader Mountain West, advising on everything from collective bargaining and labor relations to high-stakes employment litigation. We combine the resources and platform of a national firm with the feel of a close-knit, collaborative team, where attorneys have direct client access, meaningful responsibility, and the opportunity to make an immediate impact. With a strong pipeline of sophisticated work and continued growth in the region, our Denver team offers a unique opportunity to build a long-term practice in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Why join us?

• Top-of-market comp: Base + strong, performance-driven bonus
• Attainable billables: Structured for sustainability without sacrificing quality
• High-impact work: Hands-on exposure to collective bargaining, arbitration, and NLRB matters
• Clear growth path: Defined advancement with real opportunity to build your practice
• National platform, collaborative culture: Sophisticated clients, strong deal flow, and a supportive Denver team with full benefits (unlimited PTO, 401(k) match)

Job Details

We're seeking an experienced Labor & Employment attorney to join a growing, high-performing team focused on traditional labor matters. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with employers across a range of industries, advising on complex labor relations issues while also handling sophisticated litigation. You'll play a key role in supporting clients through collective bargaining, grievance arbitration, and union-related matters, while partnering directly with business leaders to deliver practical, strategic solutions.

What You’ll Do

• Advise employers on a wide range of traditional labor issues, including union relations and workforce strategy
• Lead and support collective bargaining negotiations and contract administration
• Handle grievances and arbitration proceedings from strategy through resolution
• Represent clients in labor disputes and administrative proceedings, including matters before federal agencies
• Partner with clients and internal teams to proactively manage risk and navigate complex workplace challenges
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment while managing multiple matters in a fast-paced setting

What We’re Looking For

• 7-8 years of experience in labor & employment law, with a strong focus on traditional labor
• Hands-on experience with collective bargaining, grievance arbitration, and union environments
• Exposure to NLRB matters or similar administrative proceedings is highly valued
• Strong writing, analytical, and client-facing skills
• Ability to manage matters independently while collaborating with a broader team
• Active Colorado Bar admission (or ability to obtain promptly)
• JD from an accredited law school

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.