Associate needed for Charlotte office

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Charlotte, NC

Associate needed for Charlotte office

Attorney

2-13 yrs required

No

Job Overview:
A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a highly qualified mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Corporate Department with a focus on employment and labor matters. This position is available in Charlotte or any of the firm's . offices. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of employment law experience and a demonstrated ability to advise corporate clients on a wide range of labor and employment issues, including compliance, agreements, workplace policies, and transaction support.

Location:

• Charlotte, NC

Duties:

• Advise clients on employment-related compliance, including:

  • Worker classification

  • Wage and hour matters

  • Immigration

  • Labor union and collective bargaining issues

  • Equal opportunity laws

  • Employment policies and handbooks

• Draft and review employment agreements and separation agreements

• Provide legal counsel on reductions-in-force and WARN Act compliance

• Draft and advise on restrictive covenants (non-competes, non-solicits, etc.)

• Conduct employment-related due diligence in corporate transactions

• Review and draft employment-related representations and covenants in transaction documents

Requirements:

• 5–7 years of experience practicing employment law at a nationally recognized law firm

• Ability to work independently and in coordination with corporate and transactional teams

• Proven experience counseling corporate clients in both advisory and transactional contexts

• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in good standing (or eligibility to waive in) for the jurisdiction of the office where the candidate will be based

Skills:

• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Strong communication and client-relations capabilities

• High attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously

• Team-oriented work ethic with a focus on client service and collaboration

Benefits:

• Full range of benefits typically offered by large law firms (to be discussed during interview process), including:

• • Health, dental, and vision coverage

  • Retirement savings plans

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Professional development support

  • Flexible work arrangements (where applicable)