Junior-Level Global Employment & Labor Law Associate

Junior-Level Global Employment & Labor Law Associate Description Our Americas Employment & Compensation Practice Group advises US-based global multinational clients on domestic and international employment and labor law matters, ranging from expansion into new jurisdictions to deploying and managing a global workforce, to M&A and restructuring. We translate the international landscape for in‑house counsel and managers with global responsibilities. We lead cross‑border and multidisciplinary employment projects, providing commercially practical support for our clients’ global operations. Baker McKenzie seeks an associate attorney for its Global Employment & Labor Law practice with up to 2 years of experience to reside in either our Chicago, San Francisco, or Palo Alto office. The position is focused on providing advice and counsel to multinational clients on US and cross‑border employment issues, including transactions. The ideal candidate will have some employment counseling experience, some transactional experience, and a background in international employment law. Recent law graduates are welcome to apply. Strong academic credentials from a top law school and excellent communication, analytical, and writing skills are highly preferred, as are top‑tier law firm experience in an employment practice. The candidate must be able to function smoothly in a global team environment with culturally diverse members and must be admitted and a member in good standing of the bar in the state of employment. Recent law graduates must demonstrate they will be sitting for the bar exam. Benefits This position is bonus eligible and includes benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) based on number of hours worked. The US base compensation for this position is expected to be $225,000 to $235,000 (annually) if located in an office in the state of California. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. California notice: Background checks for applicants will be administered in accordance with applicable law, and qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment consistent with those laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, for US‑based candidates. Equal Opportunity Employer Baker McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all. Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices. We encourage the best people—regardless of race, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or age—to fulfill their professional aspirations with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates. Should candidates require any reasonable adjustments and/or accommodations when applying to or interviewing with our Firm, please notify Nathaniel.Brown@bakermckenzie.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr