Mid-Level Employment Associate - Labor and Employment Litigation

Our client is a leading global business law firm looking for a collaborative, results-oriented individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has exceptional problem-solving skills. Naviga has been engaged to recruit an Associate to join their team.

Title: Mid-Level Employment Associate
Location: Hybrid - San Diego or Los Angeles, CA

Key Notes/Company Details:

• Headquartered in both Chicago, IL and London, England.
• Multi-Billion Dollar Business, Employing over 3600 Lawyers
• Culture includes individuals of high standards, providing support and collaboration throughout the business
• Work with a reputable global firm known for its excellence in professional services.

• Handle litigation management, legal research, drafting, and other litigation-related tasks for class action and single plaintiff cases, including issues related to wage and hour laws, misclassification, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination.
• Provide legal advice and counsel on employment matters, including employee policies, termination/severance agreements, compensation practices, restrictive covenants, and leave of absence/accommodations (FMLA, ADA).
• Advise clients on employment aspects of corporate transactions, conduct employment due diligence, and assist in the drafting and negotiation of employment-related agreements.
• Defend class and collective actions, offer day-to-day advice to clients, and support complex corporate transactions involving employment law.
• Stay up-to-date on state and federal employment laws and ensure compliance with wage and hour regulations, discrimination laws, and administrative agency requirements.

• Admitted to practice law in California.
• 3-5 years of experience in labor and employment law, including litigation, advice and counsel, PAGA, and transactional work.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws, including wage and hour laws and discrimination laws.
• Experience in the defense of class and collective actions and advising on employment aspects of corporate transactions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft and negotiate complex agreements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and research skills.
• Ability to manage competing demands, work under pressure, and collaborate both independently and within a team.
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and third parties, both verbally and in writing.
• Deliver high-quality, timely work products and meet deadlines consistently.
• Maintain positive work relationships and comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in physical and sedentary activities, such as computer work, conference calls, and meetings.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a nationally ranked law school.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Commuter spending account
• Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance (AD&D)
• Short Term and Long Term Disability coverage
• Guide+Thrive (EAP)
• Critical illness insurance
• 401(k) and Profit sharing plan
• PTO and Holiday 
• Plus much more!