Explore Labor & Employment Associate Jobs

Find Labor & Employment Associate opportunities with employers seeking experienced legal professionals. These roles may involve advising businesses on workplace matters, representing clients in employment disputes, and helping organizations understand labor and employment laws. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it easier to explore opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.

What Labor & Employment Associates Do

Labor and employment associates support clients on issues such as workplace policies, hiring and termination, discrimination and harassment claims, wage and hour compliance, employee leave, and labor relations. Depending on the position, responsibilities may include legal research, drafting agreements and memoranda, preparing for hearings or trials, conducting investigations, and counseling clients on risk and compliance.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for a law degree, admission to the relevant bar, strong legal writing and research skills, and experience with employment matters or litigation. Client communication, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing deadlines are also valuable. Requirements vary by employer, practice area, and seniority.

Explore Your Next Legal Opportunity

Whether your background is in employment counseling, workplace investigations, labor relations, or litigation, explore Labor & Employment Associate jobs on Ladders. Compare roles, review employer requirements, and find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

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$135K - $180K *

Grow your career with a dynamic litigation team focused on healthcare law. Join a collaborative environment where you can leverage your legal expertise to represent healthcare providers in complex cas...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $130K *

Elevate your legal career by providing strategic guidance on contracts, litigation, and workforce-related risks. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance legal processes and support organizational pr...

Alpharetta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$85K - $100K *

Empower the future of legal talent by managing recruitment, engagement, and development initiatives for students and associates. Collaborate actively with leadership to foster a thriving, diverse work...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$72K - $96K *

Engage with us to support complex employment litigation, managing case files, deadlines, and discovery processes. Collaborate with attorneys to establish a new unit, ensuring high-quality legal suppor...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$75K - $100K *

Elevate your career by representing clients in Workers' Compensation trials, negotiating settlements, and collaborating with legal teams to ensure effective case management and advocacy throughout the...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to defending Workers' Compensation cases across Illinois and Missouri. Manage caseloads, litigate, negotiate settlements, and represent clients in various legal proceeding...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your legal career by defending workers' compensation cases. Join a dynamic firm where you'll manage litigation, conduct legal research, and represent clients in various proceedings across mult...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $140K *

Innovate in the legal field by managing diverse cases from start to finish, offering strategic counsel and representation. Collaborate with partners and clients while excelling in research, litigation...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$235K - $435K *

Join a team that's leading the way in M&A transactions; leverage your 2-8 years of law firm experience to serve clients in a dynamic environment, enhancing their strategies and outcomes in mergers and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$235K - $435K *

Join a team that's driving transformative M&A initiatives, leveraging your 2-8 years of law firm experience to provide exceptional client service and collaborate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment t...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$235K - $435K *

Lead the charge in our dynamic U.S. M&A team, providing top-notch service and collaboration for clients seeking expert legal guidance in high-stakes mergers and acquisitions, while thriving in a fast...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$235K - $435K *

Lead the charge in our dynamic U.S. M&A team, driving strategic deals for diverse clients. Collaborate closely in a fast-paced environment, contributing your expertise and exceptional academic backgro...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$235K - $435K *

Transform your legal career by joining a leading M&A team, collaborating closely with clients and handling dynamic projects that drive results. Ideal for motivated candidates with strong communication...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$235K - $435K *

Elevate your career by joining a top M&A team, where you will collaborate closely with clients, leveraging your law firm experience in mergers and acquisitions within a dynamic and fast-paced environm...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$67K - $125K *

Empower change in legal practices by supporting attorneys through comprehensive research and document preparation, ensuring smooth legal processes and effective case management within a dynamic labor...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead lateral associate recruitment, manage candidate selection, and collaborate with practice leaders to align hiring strategies with firm objectives, ensuring a seamless recrui...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $150K *

Lead the charge in lateral associate recruiting, managing full-cycle hiring processes while collaborating with practice leaders to fulfill strategic talent needs and enhancing candidate experiences ac...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in immigration removal defense, managing your own cases while fostering firm growth and community engagement. Collaborate with a supportive team to shape strategic direction and achiev...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by providing expert guidance on employee relations, performance management, and labor relations. Collaborate with management to resolve complex workplace issues and ensure complian...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$198K - $298K *

Transform the legal landscape by leading initiatives that streamline service delivery and enhance operational efficiency, leveraging your expertise in commercial contracting and legal technology to su...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$198K - $298K *

Transform legal operations by leading initiatives that streamline service delivery and enhance efficiency. Leverage your expertise in commercial contracting and legal technology to drive strategic gro...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $154K *

Elevate your career by supporting global partner recruiting initiatives, ensuring a seamless candidate experience while collaborating with leadership and recruitment teams to meet strategic hiring goa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$115K - $154K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage the global lateral partner recruiting process, ensuring a seamless candidate experience while collaborating with leadership to meet strategic hiring goals. Your exper...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$220K - $315K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic litigation team focused on civil trial and appellate work. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior attorneys while enhancing your legal expertise in a supporti...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$198K - $298K *

Transform how our legal department supports the business by leading initiatives that streamline service delivery and enhance operational efficiency, leveraging your expertise in commercial contracting...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Labor & Employment Associate do?question toggle

    A Labor & Employment Associate advises clients on workplace laws and employment practices, and may handle matters such as workplace investigations, compliance, labor relations, and employment litigation. Duties vary by employer and role.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Labor & Employment Associate jobs?question toggle

    Most roles require a law degree and active bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction. Employers may also seek experience in employment law, litigation, counseling, or workplace investigations, along with strong research, writing, and communication skills.

  • What kinds of matters do Labor & Employment Associates work on?question toggle

    Associates may work on discrimination and harassment claims, wage and hour issues, employee leave, workplace policies, hiring and termination, labor relations, and employment disputes.

  • How can I find Labor & Employment Associate jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Labor & Employment Associate listings on Ladders, where vetted professional opportunities pay $100,000 or more. Review each posting for salary details, qualifications, location, and practice-area requirements.