International Employment Attorney

Job Title: International Employment Attorney

Job Location: Miami, FL

Job Overview:

A prestigious law firm in Miami, FL, is seeking a skilled International Employment Attorney with a strong background in employment law. This role focuses on providing legal counsel on cross-border employment matters, advising clients on employment aspects of corporate transactions, drafting employment agreements, and guiding companies through complex employee-related legal issues. The position requires frequent collaboration with international teams, making global experience a valuable asset.

Duties:

• Advise clients on employment law matters, particularly in cross-border and global employment contexts.
• Conduct due diligence and provide counsel on employment issues in corporate transactions.
• Draft and negotiate employment, retention, and related agreements.
• Counsel clients on workforce restructuring, reductions in force, and employee terminations.
• Develop and review restrictive covenants and provide guidance on employee mobility.
• Provide strategic advice to emerging businesses on employment law compliance and best practices.
• Collaborate with international teams to ensure alignment with global employment regulations.
• Stay updated on legal developments in employment law to provide proactive client guidance.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in employment counseling (domestic and/or international).
• Prior experience in a top-tier law firm is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of global employment laws and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and contract drafting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with international legal teams.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Florida.

Skills:

• Exceptional legal research and analytical abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide strategic and practical solutions to complex employment matters.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a global environment.

Job Location:

• Miami, FL (Hybrid work model with in-office and remote flexibility).

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment with exposure to international legal matters.
• Work-life balance initiatives and wellness programs.

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.