Labor & Employment Associate (Junior/ Mid-Level)

We are seeking a Junior or Mid-Level Labor, Employment, Workplace Safety Associate to join a professional services organization in Raleigh. This role requires expertise in labor and employment law with a focus on workplace safety compliance and legal advisory.

Client Details

Well known worldwide, this Big Law firm known for their commitment to Associate development and progression, impressive client base and commitment to excellence. The firm is offering the opportunity to join this award winning, collaborative practice group, handling varied, interesting and meaningful clients/ cases.

Description

As Mid-Senior Level Labor & Employment Associate you will:

• Advise clients on labor, employment, and workplace safety laws, regulations and compliance requirements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related contracts and policies.
• Advise and represent clients in litigation and administrative proceedings related to employment law matters.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative legal strategies for clients.
• Assist in handling matters related to employee benefits, wage and hour compliance, and labor relations.
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver high-quality legal services.
• Stay updated on changes in employment and workplace safety laws.

Page Executive is the specialist search arm to PageGroup/ Michael Page International, other brands include Michael Page, Page Personnel and Page Outsourcing. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, we have local specialist search consultants in 36 countries worldwide. Founded in 1976, originally focusing on Financial Services, we now recruit across multiple practice groups with legal and professional services search consultants worldwide.Candidates must be based in Raleigh, North Carolina and/ or be open to relocating to the area so that they can work from the firm's Raleigh office 3 days per week.

Candidates must have US work authorization without requiring sponsorship.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

The successful Mid-Senior Level Labor & Employment Associate should have:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited US law school.
• North Carolina State Bar (in good standing) or the ability to sit/ swear into the North Carolina State Bar if you hold another US State Bar.
• Strong knowledge of labor and employment law and workplace safety regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple legal matters effectively.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• A commitment to providing outstanding client service and legal expertise.

Job Offer

As Mid-Senior Level Labor & Employment Associate you will benefit from:

• Competitive annual base salary ranging from $200,000 to $295,000 USD.
• Hybrid work schedule (Raleigh, North Carolina office).
• Opportunity to work in a top 50 US law firm with impressive client base and a strong reputation worldwide.
• Highly comprehensive benefits package including market leading healthcare, dental and other corporate benefits.
• Challenging, interesting and diverse legal work related to labor, employment, and workplace safety.
• Supportive company culture, the firm values and is committed to professional growth and development.
• Clear expectations with 1,950 billable hours annually - including unlimited amount of pro bono work.

If you are ready to take the next step in your legal career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Page Group USA is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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