Boston - Labor & Employment Associate (Mid-Level)

About the role

The Boston office of Reed Smith is seeking a Mid-Level associate to join the Labor & Employment group. Candidates should have 3 to 5 years of experience with employment-related litigation and advice and counseling, including employment/separation/restrictive covenant agreements, wage/hour work (e.g., classifications, general compliance), leave of absence and policy review. Prior experience supporting corporate transactions is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and defense of employment-related litigation
• Provide legal advice and counsel on employment matters
• Review and advise on restrictive covenants, separation agreements, and other employment documents
• Assist with wage/hour compliance issues and classification reviews
• Support clients with leave of absence and policy review
• Support corporate transactions as needed

Requirements

• Active member of the Massachusetts bar

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $235,000 to $365,000
• Flexible benefits program
• Tuition assistance
• Grossly generous 401(k) plan
• Challenging work environment
• Reasonable accommodations in accordance with law
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• 401k Plan
• Medical, Health Savings Account, Virtual Health, Dental, Vision, Accident, Hospital indemnity, Critical illness, Life insurance, Short term disability, Long term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Lyra Health
• EAP
• Paid Family Leave
• College Savings Plan
• Transportation benefit
• Back-up Child Care
• College Coach
• Pet insurance
• Paid sick time
• Vacation time

Pay

$235,000 - $365,000

Schedule

Full-time

Contact

For more information about this opportunity, please visit: Reed Smith's website