Assistant In-House Counsel (Employment Law)

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an Assistant In-House Counsel (Employment Law) to join our legal team. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to transition from private practice into an in-house role while remaining actively involved in employment litigation, compliance, and risk management matters.

The ideal candidate will have experience handling California employment litigation , including wage and hour claims, PAGA matters, FEHA claims, employment class actions, and other employment-related disputes . This role will partner closely with Senior In-House Counsel, Human Resources, and business leaders on high-impact legal matters that affect the organization.

Please Note: This position is fully onsite and requires in-person attendance five days per week. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with a wide range of employment litigation matters, including:
• • Wage and hour claims
  • PAGA matters
  • Employment class actions
  • FEHA claims
  • Wrongful termination and discrimination matters
• Partner with Senior In-House Counsel on litigation strategy, investigations, and risk assessments.
• Manage outside counsel and oversee litigation budgets, case progress, and outcomes.
• Respond to agency inquiries and administrative claims, including matters involving:
• • DLSE
  • CRD (formerly DFEH)
  • EEOC
• Conduct workplace investigations and provide practical legal guidance on employee relations matters.
• Review, draft, and update employee handbooks, employment agreements, policies, and related HR documentation.
• Advise Human Resources and operational leadership on California labor and employment law compliance.
• Conduct legal research and provide recommendations regarding changes and developments in employment law.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) required.
• Active California Bar membership required.
• 2 to 6 years of employment litigation experience required.
• Experience with one or more of the following:
• • Wage and hour litigation
  • PAGA matters
  • Employment class actions
  • FEHA litigation
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working directly with clients, HR professionals, or business stakeholders.
• Prior law firm employment litigation experience strongly preferred.
• In-house employment law experience is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Transition into a meaningful and impactful in-house legal role.
• Gain direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.
• Work on employment litigation, compliance, investigations, and risk management matters.
• Join a collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong growth opportunities.
• Receive competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

We are a leading security services provider operating in over 30 states, serving a diverse range of clients including major cruise lines, national grocery chains, executive protection accounts, and more.

Our company is committed to delivering high-quality, reliable service while maintaining a professional and supportive work environment. We take pride in fostering growth and career development, offering our employees opportunities to advance and succeed within the organization.

Company Description

We are a leading security services provider operating in over 30 states, serving a diverse range of clients including major cruise lines, national grocery chains, executive protection accounts, and more.\r\n\r\nOur company is committed to delivering high-quality, reliable service while maintaining a professional and supportive work environment. We take pride in fostering growth and career development, offering our employees opportunities to advance and succeed within the organization.