Counsel - Counseling Practice Group

Overview: Are you looking to join a team that is passionate about what they do? Are you someone who embraces both a growth mindset and feedback-rich culture?

We are NFC. We are comprised of top talent at every level on our bi-coastal team, where our team is guided by integrity and committed to finding the best possible solutions, prioritizing collaboration and strategic thinking. We stress the importance of balance while supporting one’s whole self and it’s our ambition to truly make a difference for both or clients and our team members.

Our commitment to our attorneys and their ability to lead their own growth and professional development is an integral part of our foundation and reflected in our department structure. With separate departments for Employment Counseling/Training/Investigations and Employment Litigation we empower our attorneys to focus on the area and skillset they are most passionate about. At NFC, we believe feedback is fuel and we team with our employees to build a workplace that provides an opportunity for significant growth and achievement and our incredibly high retention rate reflects the longstanding dedication of our team.

We are not your typical law firm and we’d love to hear how your extraordinary experience, talents and commitment may fit ours. . . .

NFC is looking to hire an experienced employment law Counsel for our Chatham, New Jersey office. This position will be filled by a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual who excels in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment that values top-quality work and positive contributions to the workplace. This particular position is perfect for an experienced employment attorney seeking a non-litigation position or an in-house role, as the position is focused on a wide range of advisory work.

Classification: Exempt Position

Location: Hybrid – work in NFC’s Chatham, NJ office a minimum of two (2) days per week. Under NFC’s current hybrid model (which is subject to change), in-office days are every Wednesday, with a second day on either Tuesday or Thursday. Must be flexible and willing to work in person for additional days as needed for coverage and/or other business needs.

Hours: 1,400 – 1,600 hour Billable Hour Requirement annually, with flexibility and open discussion based on candidate experience and firm needs/Hybrid In-Office Role

Reports to: Counseling Practice Group

Essential Functions:

Applicant must have a minimum of at least 10 years of substantive employment law experience, including experience advising clients on a range of employment law issues.

Responsibilities are focused on independently managing all aspects of employment counseling matters for private sector corporate clients headquartered in New Jersey and New York, specifically:

• Advising clients on a wide variety of employment issues, including hiring, workplace policies, investigations, agreements, performance management, separation, and leaves of absence
• Communicating with clients on a regular basis, including delivering advice via phone or virtual platforms and drafting comprehensive business-focused advisory emails
• Preparation of workplace agreements and policies (e.g., Handbooks, Separation Agreements, Restrictive Covenant Agreements, etc.)
• Handling agency matters, including EEOC and DOL (and similar state/local agencies)
• Oversight of associates in Counseling Practice Group on employment law work
• Training clients on employment law and DEI issues
• Development and deepening of client relationships
• Participation in NFC webinars and seminars
• Participation in monthly Counseling Group meetings
• Participation in other firm-related events and professional development meetings
• Voluntary opportunities for NFC committees including DEI, Social Responsibility (Pro Bono), and Culture Club

Skills Required:

• Must be admitted to the NJ bar (NY Bar Admission is a plus)
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills
• Excellent research skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• The ability to work collaboratively and positively in a dynamic team environment
• The ability to proactively manage a team and all litigation deadlines
• The ability to identify and resolve problems quickly
• The ability to manage multiple clients and matters
• Experience conducting third party investigations a plus
• Any other state bar license a plus

Salary Range based on full-time): 170k (10 years experience) – 200k (15 years experience). The Firm is providing this good-faith salary range to comply with applicable law and based on 1600 BH Requirement. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors, including the applicant’s skills, experience, and years of practicing employment law.

Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses: This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus (percentage of salary); an hours-based bonus (based on meeting billable hours).

Total Compensation Package Range (Salary plus Maximum Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses): $195,000 to $220,000 this salary range has been prorated for 1600 Billable Hour Requirement

Additional Bonuses: Discretionary overage bonus (based on exceeding billable hours); origination bonus, and employee referral bonus.

Benefits: This position is eligible for many additional benefits, including paid time off, sick time, medical and dental benefits, and 401K contribution (and matching).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $170,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chatham, NJ 07928