Mid to Senior-level International Employment Counseling Associate

Job Overview

An opportunity is available for a mid to senior-level associate with 3+ years of experience in employment counseling. The role will involve supporting cross-border and global employment matters. Candidates with international counseling experience are preferred. Responsibilities include providing employment diligence, advising on corporate transactions, drafting agreements, advising on reductions in force, and counseling on employee mobility. Emerging companies may also seek guidance on employment law matters.

Location

• Seattle, WA

Duties

• Conduct employment diligence and advise on corporate transactions

• Draft and negotiate employment, retention, and related agreements

• Counsel on employee terminations and reductions in force

• Draft restrictive covenants and advise on employee mobility

• Provide advice to emerging companies on employment law matters

• Collaborate with other offices globally

Requirements

• 3+ years of employment counseling experience (domestic and/or international)

• Experience with cross-border employment matters preferred

• AmLaw 100 law firm experience preferred

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a nationally recognized law school

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the jurisdiction of application

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Attention to detail

• Good business judgment

• Strong organizational abilities

• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently

• Effective research and problem-solving skills

• Conceptual thinking and the ability to influence others

• Persuasive communication skills

• Management and leadership skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

• • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) retirement plan

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.