Retail Options, Executive Search
Employment Attorney
- directions_car Washington
- work Full-time
About the position
A highly regarded legal team is seeking a junior associate (1-2 years of experience) to join its Employment & Labor practice in the Reston, VA, or Washington, DC offices. This role focuses on employment counseling, compliance, and transactional support within a fast-paced environment.
Position Responsibilities:
- Advise clients on employment laws, regulatory compliance, and workplace policies
- Draft and negotiate executive employment and separation agreements
- Provide counsel on the employment aspects of M&A transactions
- Assist with litigation matters and affirmative action planning as needed
- Work collaboratively within a dynamic team to support client needs
Qualifications:
- 1-2 years of experience in employment counseling, compliance, or transactional work
- Strong understanding of employment agreements and regulatory requirements
- Litigation and/or affirmative action planning experience is a plus
- Excellent legal writing, communication, and analytical skills
- Strong academic credentials from a recognized law school
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary ($225,000 - $235,000) based on experience and location
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
- Generous paid time off, parental leave, and professional development opportunities
This is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney to develop expertise in employment law while working with a premier legal team.
Place of work
Washington
United States of America
About the company
Relentless Talent Solutions, Powered by Innovation
We take a non-stop approach to talent acquisition by leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, social media, a database of over 7 million candidates, and a team of recruiters spanning the United States, the Caribbean, and Canada.
In today’s shrinking talent pool, speed is critical—and that’s where we come in. As a boutique firm with a broad reach, we manage the entire hiring journey—from the first conversation to the moment your new hire walks through your door.
What Sets Us Apart
Geographic Expertise: We succeed where others struggle—finding top talent in challenging regions and remote markets.
Discreet & Strategic: From confidential searches to special projects, we handle sensitive assignments with professionalism and precision.
End-to-End Partnership: Our team acts as an extension of your company, fully immersing ourselves in your business culture and hiring needs.
Our Core Values
We Build Long-Term Relationships
We go beyond transactions to foster genuine, lasting partnerships.
We Are an Extension of Your Team
We invest the time to understand your goals, culture, and hiring challenges.
We Move Fast—And Smart
We deliver top-tier candidates swiftly and efficiently—the first time.
We Focus on Quality, Not Quantity
You receive carefully vetted talent, not stacks of résumés.
We Handle Every Detail
Reference checks? Already done. Every candidate we present is fully vetted and ready for the next step.
Relevant places near
- Arlington
- Alexandria
- Silver Spring
- Bethesda
- Wheaton
- McLean
- North Bethesda
- Annandale
- Clinton
- Oxon Hill-Glassmanor
Job ID: 9523834
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