Employment Associate (4-7 yrs.) – San Francisco

• Position Locations: San Francisco
• Salary: $320,000 - $440,000
• Schedule: 3/2 Hybrid
• Admits: CALIFORNIA
• Practice Area: LABOR & EMPLOYMENT
• Specialties: CLASS ACTION, LITIGATION, NON COMPETE, TRADE SECRETS, WAGE & HOUR

Firm Description:
Our client is a leading international law firm with diversified business practices and a strong reputation for innovation, collaboration, and client service. With over 1,100 attorneys across 23 offices in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, the firm delivers strategic legal counsel to a wide range of industries including healthcare, technology, energy, and finance. Known for its client-centric approach, proprietary legal tech solutions, and commitment to transparency and efficiency, the firm fosters a dynamic and inclusive environment where professionals can thrive while supporting high-impact, global initiatives.

Position Description:
Our client, a highly regarded national law firm, is seeking an Employment Associate with 4-7 years of experience to join its San Francisco office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to work on sophisticated employment counseling and litigation matters as part of a collaborative and growing practice.

Responsibilities

• Advise employers on a broad range of employment law matters.
• Handle employment-related litigation from inception through resolution.
• Provide counseling on workplace issues, compliance matters, and risk management strategies.
• Draft motions, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex employment law issues.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients on strategic approaches to employment disputes and preventative counseling matters.

Qualifications

• 4 to 7 years of employment law experience, including counseling and/or litigation.
• Experience with restrictive covenant and trade secret matters is preferred.
• Wage and hour litigation and/or class action experience is a plus.
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, advocacy, and communication skills.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Active admission to practice law in California is required.

Compensation

The anticipated compensation range for this position is approximately $320,000 to $455,000+, depending on experience, class year, and qualifications.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work with a nationally recognized employment practice handling sophisticated matters.
• Join a collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Strong commitment to attorney development, mentorship, and career progression.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile counseling and litigation matters for a diverse client base.

If you are an employment attorney interested in exploring this opportunity confidentially, please contact Permanent Placements LLC for additional information.

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