Labor & Employment Associate
$160k - $200kAve Staffing
Job Title: Senior Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation (ERISA) Attorney Location: Raleigh, NC (On-site / Hybrid) Salary: $160,000 - $200,000 Key Perks: Multidisciplinary Practice Exposure | Highly Sophisticated Corporate Client Base Seize a high-impact role steering elite workforce strategy and executive rewards inside a premier business practice. A highly regarded, multi‑disciplinary law firm in Raleigh is seeking an ambitious ERISA / Labor & Employment Associate Attorney with specialized experience in executive compensation and employee benefits. This position provides exceptional visibility, direct client consultation, and a clear, structured runway to partnership. The incoming attorney will serve as a trusted advisor to mid‑market companies, institutional entities, and tech startups, optimizing workforce compliance and crafting elite compensation strategies. Core Responsibilities ERISA & Benefits Compliance: Plan, structure, and audit qualified and non‑qualified employee benefit plans, ensuring strict compliance with ERISA, tax codes, and regulatory frameworks. Executive Compensation Architecture: Draft, structure, and negotiate sophisticated executive employment contracts, equity‑based incentive plans (incentive stock options, phantom stock), deferred compensation arrangements, and separation packages. Transactional Due Diligence: Partner directly with the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) division to direct comprehensive benefits due diligence, identify hidden liabilities, and manage post‑closing workforce integrations. Employment Litigation Defense: Represent employers and corporate management in state and federal courts against claims involving discrimination, wage and hour violations, restrictive covenants, and ERISA disputes. Regulatory Advocacy: Guide corporate leadership through sensitive internal investigations, and defend employers during audits and inquiries by the Department of Labor (DOL), IRS, and EEOC. Required Qualifications Experience: 3–5 years of dedicated labor and employment or corporate transactional experience, with a heavy emphasis on employee benefits (ERISA) and executive compensation. Procedural Literacy: Robust understanding of Internal Revenue Code Section 409A, federal and state labor statutes, and transactional closing mechanics. Technical Integration: Advanced proficiency utilizing legal document management systems, digital case notebooks, and enterprise collaboration suites. Credentials: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active, good‑standing licensure with the North Carolina State Bar. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ave Staffing
$200k - $295k
Labor & Employment Associate (Junior / Mid-Level) Base pay range: $200,000.00/yr - $295,000.00/yr Position Overview We are seeking a Junior or Mid-Level Labor, Employment, Workplace Safety Associate to join a professional services organization in Raleigh. This role requires...SuggestedWork at officeLocal areaWorldwideRelocation3 days per week$200k - $295k
A prestigious law firm in Raleigh, North Carolina, is seeking a Junior or Mid-Level Labor & Employment Associate. The role focuses on advising clients on labor laws and workplace safety compliance while drafting legal documents and managing cases. A Juris Doctor degree...Suggested- ...Employment And Labor Law Attorney Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.'s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive...SuggestedContract workFlexible hours
Jackson Lewis
Raleigh, NC8 days ago - Job Overview A law firm seeks an Employment Litigation Associate to join its team in Raleigh, NC. The successful candidate will defend and litigate... ...variety of employment-related claims and provide counsel on labor and employment laws. Duties Defend and litigate lawsuits...Suggested
- BCG Attorney Search is hiring an Employment Litigation Associate to join their team in Raleigh, NC. The successful candidate will defend and litigate... ...employers in various forums and providing counsel on labor and employment laws. This role requires a JD from an ABA-accredited...Suggested
- ...Responsibilities Defend and litigate lawsuits involving a broad range of employment‑related claims and agency charges of discrimination. Represent... .... Provide advice and counsel to employers on a wide range of labor and employment laws and regulations. Skills and Educational...Contract work
- A state agency in North Carolina seeks an experienced Attorney IV to provide legal advice to the Utilities Commission. The role involves analyzing complex legal matters, advising on contested cases, and drafting legal decisions. Candidates must be licensed to practice law...Full time
$105k - $125k
...Canadian province, or the UK Good standing with relevant bar association Experience Minimum 2+ years practicing transactional... ...requirements). #LI-Hybrid Litera is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an...Work experience placementWorldwideLitera Corp.
Raleigh, NC2 days ago$50k - $60k
A growing law firm in Raleigh, North Carolina is looking for a full-time associate attorney. This position offers the opportunity to conduct legal research, draft documents, and maintain client files while learning from experienced associates. Ideal candidates should have...Full time- ...for this position may be modified at the Firm's discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment. Application Process: Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. Reasonable...Work at officeWork from home
$163.9k - $230k
...industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com. Equal Opportunity Employer: UKG is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, disability, religion,...Local areaUKG
Raleigh, NC6 days ago- A leading immigration law firm in Raleigh, NC seeks a skilled attorney with employment-related immigration experience. The role demands a JD from an ABA accredited law school and 2-7 years handling immigration matters, including non-immigrant and immigrant visa filings...Permanent employment
- BCG Attorney Search seeks a remote Litigation Associate - Of Counsel, available nationwide, including... ...The role involves defending lawsuits, advising employers, and representing them in court on various employment and labor law matters. The ideal candidate will possess...Remote jobFull time
$161.5k - $195k
Progress Software Corporation is seeking a Senior Commercial Counsel to join their team in Raleigh, North Carolina. This hybrid role involves advising senior leaders on legal risks, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, and driving improvements in legal processes...- As Senior Commercial Counsel, you will be an integral part of our global legal team. This role is based remotely anywhere in the United States in EST or CST Time Zones. This role would cover activities in North America primarily, with support in EMEA and APAC as needed....Remote workWork from homeWorldwideHome officeFlexible hours
$101.6k - $152.4k
...negotiating contracts with suppliers and managing legal risks associated with purchasing processes. You will operate as a business partner... ...of paid time off per year (pro‑rated in the first year of employment based on start date), opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility...Full timeTemporary workFlexible hours2 days per week3 days per week$112.82k - $245.61k
IAT Insurance Group, Inc is seeking an AVP, Claims & Regulatory Counsel to lead a team of attorneys in Raleigh, NC. This role involves overseeing litigation strategies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating across departments to achieve effective outcomes...- ...programs.* Counsel on pricing practices, promotions, and related consumer protection risks.* Identify and manage regulatory risk associated with regulated product categories and privacy.* Escalate complex or high‐risk issues and partner closely with the senior enterprise...Shift work
$300k
...issues. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of legal experience, preferably at a top-tier law firm. The compensation package is competitively set at $300,000, including a base salary of $250,000 plus a 20% bonus. #J-18808-Ljbffr ACC - Association of Corporate Counsel- A leading workforce technology company in North Carolina is seeking a Principal Legal Counsel to lead M&A and strategic investment transactions. This role involves advising on deal structure, managing risks, and providing practical legal counsel to drive UKG’s transaction...
- ...Raleigh, NC is seeking an experienced attorney to defend and litigate a range of employment-related lawsuits. The role involves representing employers in court and providing legal counsel on labor laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will have a JD from an ABA...
- ...requirements. Benefits Training 401K match 4% FREE BCBS health and dental insurance HSA FSA child care plan Paid bar dues Paid bar association dues Paid CLE fees Unlimited paid time off Paid holidays Uber ride credit See our website at to learn more about our Firm,...Immediate start
- Job Title: Employment Counsel Volvo Group North America, LLC and Mack Trucks, Inc. are seeking an Employment Counsel to join our Legal & Compliance team in Greensboro, North Carolina. This is a key role supporting two iconic truck brands with a strong North American manufacturing...Hourly pay
- ...forward with your candidacy. Please direct any inquiries regarding this opportunity to Ayesha Sharif, Recruiting Manager (****@*****.***). An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLPWork at officeImmediate start
- ITG Brands in North Carolina is looking for a Senior Regulatory Counsel to lead regulatory strategy and ensure compliance across federal and state tobacco regulations. The successful candidate will have a Juris Doctor (JD) and over 10 years of experience in a highly regulated...
- Senior Counsel Department: Legal Employment Type: Full Time Location: US-North Carolina-Raleigh Description This position is ideal for early-to-mid career lawyers to join the AMS Regional Legal Team as Counsel to serve as a strategic business partner providing support...Hourly payFull timeContract workTemporary workInternshipLocal areaFlexible hours
- A leading technology firm is seeking a Senior Commercial Counsel to join their global legal team. This position, supporting various legal matters and commercial negotiations, requires a Juris Doctorate and 8-12 years of legal experience in an international context. Emphasizing...Remote job
- Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP is seeking an experienced Employee Benefits Counsel to join our team in Raleigh, NC or remotely. The ideal candidate will have at least 8+ years of relevant experience and a focus on Health & Welfare plans. This role involves advising ...Remote job
- ...health benefits with an HSA option. Flexible PTO and bank holidays. 401(k) plan and company match. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity...Contract workWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours
- McIlveen Family Law Firm in Raleigh, NC, is seeking a Senior Litigation Counsel with over 5 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in family law, exceptional trial and negotiation skills, and a proactive approach to client advocacy. Responsibilities...
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