Job ID: 380430

Practice area:- Employment Law - Management (Compliance & Counseling)

Keywords:- municipal contracts,zoning ordinance,policy review,city employment law

Employment Counseling Associate – Transactional Focus | San Francisco, CA

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A top-tier law firm is seeking an Employment Counseling Associate Attorney to join its San Francisco office. This position is ideal for attorneys with at least two years of experience advising employers on transactional employment matters and drafting essential workplace documentation.

The San Francisco office of this highly prestigious, multi-national firm has experienced phenomenal growth in recent years and provides a full spectrum of legal services in a number of areas, including: commercial litigation, antitrust, intellectual property, health care, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, project finance, and environmental. The firm’s attorneys are typically very well-rounded and the firm makes a conscious effort to hire attorneys that “fit in.” Base compensation is excellent and bonuses are both large and easily attainable.

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Work with a nationally recognized Labor & Employment team on high-level counseling assignments, including M&A support, independent contractor issues, and employment agreement negotiations. This is a rare opportunity to deepen your counseling expertise while collaborating with leading attorneys in a supportive environment.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Advise employers on labor and employment issues related to mergers, acquisitions, and corporate transactions

• Provide strategic guidance on the employment lifecycle, including hiring, compensation, classification, and separation

• Draft offer letters, employment agreements, separation agreements, non-compete clauses, and contractor documentation

• Support due diligence and regulatory compliance in employment-related transactional matters

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Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in employment law, with a focus on compliance and counseling

• Strong background in employment issues related to corporate transactions

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Admission to the California Bar required

• Exceptional writing, communication, and problem-solving skills

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Skills & Strengths:

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with accuracy

• Effective collaborator with strong client-facing presence

• Attention to detail in drafting and negotiating sensitive employment documents

• Professional judgment and initiative in high-stakes client matters

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Culture & Firm Appeal:

This premier Am Law firm is consistently praised for its inclusive, collaborative culture and commitment to associate development. Known for its deep client relationships and complex transactional work, the San Francisco office continues to expand across multiple sectors. Attorneys here enjoy strong mentorship, business development support, and substantial client responsibility early in their careers.

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Why This Role Is Unique:

• Join a nationally respected Labor & Employment group focused on transactional excellence

• Handle high-level counseling matters for Fortune 500 and emerging companies alike

• Grow in a platform that offers top-tier resources, compensation, and advancement opportunity

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