An international law firm is expanding its US employment practice and seeks an Employment Associate to join its close-knit, dynamic team in San Francisco. The role focuses on counselling rather than litigation, making it ideal for an employment lawyer who wants to build a career advising founders, CEOs, and other executives as well as employers across the employee life-cycle.

The practice supports start-ups, established businesses, and international clients on the full range of employment issues, working alongside corporate, technology, private wealth, and other teams to provide full-service representation. You will be part of a group that is scaling nationally and globally, with a strong emphasis on mentoring and developing associates.

The successful candidate will play a key role in building this practice, working directly with senior leaders in the US and internationally. This is a hybrid role based in a West Coast office with regular in-office attendance.

J.D. and strong academic credentials.
3–5 years of experience practising in a law firm's employment group.
Bar membership in good standing in California (other states considered).
Background in employment law counselling relating to management across all stages of the employee life-cycle, including drafting agreements and employment documents.
Experience advising employers on multi-state compliance with federal, state, and local laws preferred.
Excellent drafting, writing, research, and communication skills, with strong project management and attention to detail.
Team player with intellectual curiosity and the ability to balance competing priorities.

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