Top-tier international law firm is seeking an associate with at least 3 years' employment counseling experience to join its global Employment & Labor practice. The role supports cross-border and global employment work, working closely with colleagues across multiple offices to advise on international workforce matters.

Day-to-day responsibilities include employment diligence for transactions; counseling on policies and terminations; drafting and negotiating employment, retention and restrictive covenant agreements; and advising on mobility and global compliance issues. The position involves client-facing work for a range of companies, from growth-stage businesses to large multinational clients.

The role is hybrid with regular in-office presence, requires flexibility and willingness to travel, and expects solid drafting, counseling and project-management skills. Candidates should have strong academics and immediately transferable experience in cross-border employment matters.

3+ years of employment counseling experience; international/cross-border experience strongly preferred
JD from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice in the U.S. jurisdiction where you will be based
Experience advising on employment diligence, termination processes, restrictive covenants, and drafting/negotiating employment and retention agreements
Strong written and verbal communication, project management, and client-service skills; ability to travel as required

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