Senior Labor & Employment Associate (Labor Focus)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

401(k) match

Top-of-market salary

Performance bonus

Job summary

Australia-Employment in Denver is seeking a Senior Labor & Employment Associate to lead traditional labor matters for employers, with a focus on unions, bargaining, and labor relations.

This role offers top-of-market compensation, a performance-driven bonus, unlimited PTO, and a clear path for growth within a nationally recognized firm. You will advise clients, handle negotiations, and contribute to high-stakes litigation strategies.

Qualifications

• 7-8 years of labor & employment law experience.
• Strong background in traditional labor, collective bargaining, and arbitration.
• Active Colorado Bar admission or ability to obtain promptly.

Responsibilities

• Advise employers on 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

Labor relations

Grievance arbitration

NLRB matters

Legal writing

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Senior Labor & Employment Associate (Labor Focus)

$210000 - $240000 per year | Denver, CO | On-Site | Permanent

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.

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