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Labor & Employment Associate

$280k - $315k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is partnering with a leading national labor & employment firm to add a seasoned Labor & Employment Associate to its New York office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants to handle sophisticated, management-side work for major employers in a fast-paced, high-profile market.

About the Role

The hiring firm is seeking an attorney with:

  • 5–7 years of dedicated labor and employment law experience

  • Significant employment litigation experience (management-side)

  • Strong academic credentials and polished written/oral advocacy skills

  • Active New York Bar admission (must be able to practice in NY immediately)

Experience with any of the following is a plus :

  • Defending and prosecuting breach of restrictive covenant matters (non-compete, non-solicit, confidentiality)

  • Drafting, negotiating, and advising on employment agreements

  • Executive compensation provisions and related contractual issues

You’ll work closely with sophisticated employer clients, handling a mix of contentious matters and high-touch counseling for executives and leadership teams.

Compensation – New York City

To the extent this role is performed in New York City , the annual salary range is:

$280,000 – $315,000

  • Final placement within the range is contingent on experience, education, and relevant skills

  • Role includes eligibility for performance-based bonuses

  • The firm offers a generous, market-competitive compensation and benefits package

Benefits & Platform

Full-time (and qualifying part-time) employees enjoy a robust benefits package, which typically includes:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and eligible dependents

  • 401(k) with competitive features

  • Ample time-off programs

  • Mental health and wellbeing resources

  • Family-building and caregiving support

  • Paid parental leave

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Flexible spending accounts

  • Employee referral bonus opportunities

The hiring firm is a long-standing leader in the management-side labor & employment space, known for:

  • Deep, focused experience in complex employment issues

  • A nationwide and global footprint serving employers of all sizes

  • A culture that values original thinking, collaboration, and practical, business-minded solutions

  • Strong investment in proprietary technology and innovation in employment law

About Direct Counsel

Direct Counsel partners with leading law firms and in-house legal departments nationwide to connect talented attorneys with outstanding opportunities. We take pride in matching professionals with roles that align with their expertise, values, and long-term career goals.

Apply confidentially by sending your resume to View email address on ziprecruiter.com

Vacancy posted 23 days ago
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