Labor and Employment Associate

An AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a junior to mid-level Labor and Employment Associate with 2-5 years of experience to join its employment practice group in New York. This role offers a mix of employment litigation and transactional employment work.Key ResponsibilitiesHandle employment litigation, including discrimination cases, wage and hour class actions, and contract disputes in federal and state courts or before administrative agencies.Conduct transactional work, including:Providing advice and counseling on employment mattersWage and hour auditsDrafting employment-related documents (e.g., agreements, handbooks, policies)Researching and analyzing complex employment law issuesExperience with traditional labor law and conducting employment training is preferred.QualificationsExperience: 2-5 years in employment litigation and transactional work.Skills: Strategic, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple assignments with a high sense of urgency.Education: Strong academic and writing credentials.Bar Admission: Active state bar membership (New York preferred; NJ, PA, or CT Bar admissions are a plus).CompensationThe target annual pay range for this role is $225,000-$295,000, with total compensation potentially including bonuses, incentives, and firm-sponsored benefits. Hybrid work schedule available.If you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click "apply now" to forward an up-to-date copy of your resume. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Jennifer Edgell for a confidential discussion.Our advertisements use salary and experience as a guide only. Interlink Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.