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
- ...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, NC19 days ago $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$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- BCG Attorney Search in Raleigh, NC seeks a mid-level associate attorney with three to seven years of experience in employment law and litigation to join our Labor and Employment Practice. The ideal candidate will counsel clients on employment-related decisions and develop...SuggestedRemote jobFlexible hours
- ...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...SuggestedContract work
- ...Legal Director on all legal matters, including marketing law, labor law, government relations, corporate governance, mergers, acquisitions... ...and inclusive work environment. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific...Contract workTemporary workFixed term contract
- ...its expanding office in Raleigh, NC. The ideal candidate will contribute to the firm's growth in areas such as healthcare, labor and employment, ESOPs and employee benefits, defense contracting, public finance, bankruptcy, and commercial real estate. Duties Provide legal...Work at office
$200k
...a trusted legal partner across the region. Our key growth practice areas for the Durham office are: Corporate Law and M&A Labor & Employment Counseling (Management Side) Tax Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Why Sands Anderson? We are not just offering you a job. We are...Temporary workWork at officeFlexible hours$50 - $60 per hour
...civil litigation, constitutional law, administrative law, environmental law, family law, intellectual property law, tax law, labor and employment law, immigration law, real estate law, health law, entertainment law, human rights law, international law, cybersecurity and...Hourly payContract work- ...have 1-5 years of practice experience. Our associates are given hands on experience in all... ...Bar in North Carolina. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all... ...review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr MGC LLCCasual workRemote work
$235k
...Job Description Job Description Associate Attorney – International Employment Locations: Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Minneapolis, New York, Palo Alto, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Raleigh, Reston, San Diego, San Francisco...Work at officeRemote workWorldwide$69.7k - $90k
...as assigned. Qualifications Education Associate’s degree preferred, bachelor’s degree a... ...performance of this job. It is not a contract or employment agreement and is not to be construed as... ...Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fox Rothschild LLPFull timeContract workWork experience placementLocal areaMonday to FridayShift work$168k - $231k
...counseling health care providers. Active membership in a state bar association Strong legal writing and analytical skills Ability to work... ...insurance and many other opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee...Contract workTemporary workApprenticeshipRemote workHumana
Raleigh, NC4 days ago- 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
$89k
Marshall & Taylor PLLC is seeking a full-time associate attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina. This position offers the chance to work closely with senior associates while providing legal counsel and managing client files. The ideal candidate has completed law school, passed...Full time$163.9k - $230k
...any 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, sex,...Local areaUKG (Ultimate Kronos Group)
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$200k - $275k
...Job Description Job Description Accelerate your Labor & Employment career at a global firm where you'll drive impactful solutions for diverse clients in a truly collaborative and growth-oriented environment. Hybrid Labor & Employment Attorney Benefits: - Starting...Temporary workRemote workFlexible hours- ...Job Description Job Description International Trade Senior Associate Attorney or Counsel Direct Counsel is seeking an International Trade Senior Associate or Counsel to join a highly regarded Am Law 100 firm . This position is available in Washington, D.C.;...Work at office
Direct Counsel
Raleigh, NC20 days ago - ...on providing legal advice to identify and mitigate legal risk associated with consumer deposit products, including digital payments processes... ...dental and vision, pre‑tax Health Savings Account with employer contributions and a total well‑being program that helps you and...Contract workWork at officeRemote workFlexible hours
- IAT Insurance Group is seeking a Claims Counsel in Raleigh, NC. This role handles complex Management Liability Claims including Employment Practices and Directors and Officers Liability. Candidates should have 3-7 years of claims experience and a Juris Doctorate. The position...Remote job
- BCG Attorney Search in Raleigh, NC seeks a Senior Associate or Senior Counsel to join its Regulatory Energy practice. Ideal candidate has over seven years of experience in energy regulatory matters, including electricity, utilities, and renewables, and can handle complex...Remote job
$150k - $187k
...Required Skills/Education Juris Doctor from an American Bar Association accredited law school. Academic honors preferred. Admitted to... ...this application, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection...Contract workWork at officeFlexible hours$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...- 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
$112.82k - $245.61k
...bonus opportunities, 401(K) match, profit‑sharing, and additional benefits. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a...Local areaImmediate startVisa sponsorship- 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 for...Hourly payFull timeContract workTemporary workInternshipLocal areaFlexible hours
- Cytel in Raleigh, NC, is looking for an experienced attorney to provide legal guidance to its technology business. This role involves negotiating agreements related to software licensing and corporate matters while collaborating closely with various teams. The ideal candidate...Remote job
$350k - $415k
K&L Gates seeks a senior Environment & Energy associate to join their team in Raleigh, North Carolina. Ideal candidates will have six to nine years of experience advising clients on electric power regulatory matters, alongside strong legal drafting and research skills....- A leading medical technology company seeks a Counsel to join its Legal Team in Raleigh, NC. This role involves providing strategic legal support for various commercial matters and requires a JD/Law degree along with at least 2 years of experience preferably in medical or...
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