Job Title: Labor & Employment Associate Attorney Location: New York, NY Annual base salary range : $310,000 $435,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications Our Client is an award-winning firm, seeking a skilled and driven Labor & Employment Associate Attorney to join its New York City office. This position offers the opportunity to work with a dynamic team representing employers in complex, high-stakes litigation as well as advisory and investigation matters across a variety of industries. The role focuses primarily on employer-side litigation , particularly class and representative actions involving wage and hour and discrimination claims . The team also handles single-plaintiff disputes , internal investigations, and day-to-day employment counseling. Candidates should have at least four years of experience at a peer law firm working on employment matters, with a strong preference for those who have defended class and collective actions under state and federal employment laws. Key Responsibilities: Represent clients in federal and state courts in employment-related litigation , including wage and hour violations, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination claims Defend employers in class and collective actions , particularly those brought under the FLSA, New York Labor Law (NYLL), and related statutes Manage all phases of litigation, including case strategy, discovery, depositions, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation Conduct internal investigations into sensitive employment-related issues, such as harassment or whistleblower complaints Provide strategic counseling on a wide range of employment issues, including disciplinary actions, leaves of absence, employee classifications, wage/hour compliance, accommodations, and employee terminations Draft and review workplace policies, employee handbooks, employment contracts, and separation agreements Represent clients in proceedings before administrative agencies, such as the EEOC, NYSDHR, and NYCCHR Stay current on developments in New York and federal employment laws and contribute to internal knowledge-sharing and client alerts Qualifications: JD from an accredited law school

Admission to the New York State Bar and in good standing

Minimum of 4 years of labor and employment experience at a respected law firm Experience with New York Labor Law , Title VII , ADA , FMLA , and FLSA strongly preferred Demonstrated experience with class and collective actions and an understanding of representative litigation under federal and state wage/hour laws Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment A client-focused, team-oriented approach to practice

Compensation & Benefits: Annual base salary range : $310,000 $435,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications Comprehensive benefits package , including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave

Basic life and disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Discretionary, performance-based bonuses

We are committed to maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.