International Employment Attorney

Job Overview

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced International Employment Attorney to join its Employment Group. This position is ideal for an attorney with 5+ years of experience, particularly in cross-border and global employment matters. The role will involve employment counseling, drafting and negotiating employment agreements, advising on corporate transactions, and handling reductions in force and employee terminations. This attorney will collaborate with offices across the firm’s global network and provide counsel to emerging companies in various employment law matters.

Location

• Austin, TX

Duties

• Advise clients on employment aspects of corporate transactions, including employment diligence.
• Draft and negotiate employment agreements, retention agreements, and restrictive covenants.
• Counsel clients on reductions in force, employee terminations, and other workforce-related matters.
• Provide legal advice on employee mobility issues.
• Assist emerging companies with various aspects of employment law.
• Collaborate with attorneys from other offices on global and cross-border employment issues.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in domestic and international employment laws.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in employment law (domestic and/or international).
• Strong background in employment counseling, particularly in a cross-border context.
• Experience working with corporate transactions and corporate employment issues.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in drafting complex employment agreements.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations and manage competing priorities.
• Flexibility and a willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice in the jurisdiction where you are applying.

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of employment law, particularly in international settings.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating employment contracts and agreements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Ability to collaborate with teams across different offices and jurisdictions.
• Effective project management and client service skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company matching contributions.
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility for remote work.
• Supportive, collaborative team culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

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.