Labor and Employment Attorney

Attorney - Employment Law Subject Matter Expert (SME)Salary: $150,000–$155,000 Schedule: Hybrid (In-Office Monday–Wednesday) Workweek: 39 hours (Fridays end at 4:00 PM) Must be willing to relocate to Sacramento, CA - Relocation stipend will be providedThis is a rare opportunity for an employment law professional who wants impact, balance, and stability—without sacrificing challenging, high-level work. Exceptional benefits include:100% employer-paid medical coverage for the employeeAutomatic 8% 401(k) contribution—no employee match requiredHybrid schedule with predictable in-office daysShorter workweek with early Friday closeAll major holidays observedEngaging work that blends legal expertise, writing, training, and public-facing thought leadershipThe Employment Law SME serves as a subject matter expert on California, federal, and local labor and employment laws, supporting compliance-focused products, publications, training programs, and advisory services. This role is ideal for an attorney who enjoys translating complex legal requirements into practical, accessible guidance for both legal and non-legal audiences.Key responsibilities include:Serve as a subject matter expert on California, federal, and applicable local labor and employment lawsMaintain up-to-date knowledge of legislative and regulatory developmentsResearch, draft, and update employment law content and guidance materialsAnalyze and communicate legal requirements clearly without providing legal adviceWrite, edit, and review publications related to employment and labor law complianceProduce and present webinars, seminars, trainings (including harassment prevention), podcasts, and online events (virtual and in-person)Serve regularly on a Labor Law Helpline, responding to employment law inquiriesCollaborate with internal teams on editorial and training initiativesTravel occasionally, primarily within CaliforniaQualifications include:Juris Doctor (J.D.) required3–5+ years of employment law experienceExperience advising or training lawyers and non-lawyers on compliance with California and federal employment lawsStrong research, analytical, and legal writing skillsAbility to interpret statutes, regulations, and legal publications and communicate them clearlyComfortable presenting to live and virtual audiencesProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPointWork environment and physical requirements include:Combination of desk-based work, presentations, and occasional travelAbility to sit, stand, walk, and use hands for standard office tasksOccasional lifting of up to 25 poundsModerate noise level typical of a professional office environmentReasonable accommodations availableEOE: We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.Pay: $140,000.00 - $145,000.00