Top-tier US law firm is seeking a driven associate to join a transactional-focused Labor & Employment group that sits at the intersection of employment law and corporate deal work. The role emphasizes transactional and advisory work — employment diligence, executive mobility, restrictive covenants, and post-closing workforce integration — rather than traditional employment litigation.

The position involves close collaboration with corporate deal teams, private equity sponsors, and senior client leadership on high-stakes matters where personnel issues affect enterprise value and transaction outcomes. This is a visible role with opportunities to develop a blended practice of deal-side employment counseling, executive agreements, and crisis-sensitive advisory work.

The position is open to candidates in multiple U.S. offices (examples of possible bases include Pittsburgh, Charlotte, Chicago, or Dallas).

3–6 years post-qualification experience in labor & employment, with a transactional focus
Experience supporting employment-related diligence in M&A or private equity transactions
Strong drafting and negotiation experience with executive employment agreements, separation arrangements, and restrictive covenant provisions
Ability to provide strategic, high‑stakes advice to deal teams and senior client leadership; excellent judgment and responsiveness

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