Labor Employment Associate

Round Hill Search has been engaged by a premier boutique Labor & Employment firm headquartered in Culver City, California, known for its highly sophisticated practice, exceptional client roster, and deeply collaborative culture. This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney seeking hands-on experience and mentorship from some of the most respected practitioners in the field—without sacrificing work-life balance or collegiality. The firm is seeking a talented Associate Attorney with 2+ years of experience in Labor & Employment law to join its dynamic team. Individual must have some exposure and experience with PAGA. This role offers a high level of substantive responsibility and client contact from day one. You’ll work closely with experienced partners on complex employment litigation, counseling, and compliance matters for a discerning clientele. Responsibilities: • Advise employers on a wide range of labor and employment matters, including wage and hour, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, leaves of absence, and workplace investigations • Handle PAGA matters, including pre-litigation strategy, discovery, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and coordination with state agencies • Draft and review employment agreements, handbooks, policies, and separation agreements • Manage employment litigation matters from pre-litigation through resolution, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery • Assist with administrative proceedings before agencies such as the EEOC, DFEH/CRD, and DLSE • Support clients with compliance issues involving federal, state, and local employment laws • Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda and client advisories • Collaborate with partners and senior associates on complex employment disputes and counseling matters Qualifications: • Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school and active bar membership in California • 2+ years of labor and employment law experience (litigation and/or counseling) • Demonstrated exposure to and experience with PAGA claims, including wage-and-hour class or representative actions • Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills • Experience handling employment-related motions, discovery, and client counseling preferred • Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment • Excellent communication skills and a client-service mindset Compensation & Benefits: • Base Salary: $180,000–$200,000+ (DOE) • Bonus: Discretionary annual performance bonus • Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with firm match; paid time off; and additional perks within a highly congenial, team-oriented culture. Additional Information: • Fully remote opportunity with periodic team collaboration and optional in-office connection in Culver City. • Direct, hands-on training from highly experienced L&E attorneys in a supportive, intellectually rigorous environment. • Opportunity to manage your own matters, take depositions, draft key pleadings, and advise employers across diverse industries. • Exposure to both litigation and preventive counseling work positions you for long-term career advancement in the field. • Reasonable 1,950 billable-hour requirement, reflective of the firm’s commitment to sustainable excellence. How to apply: Please submit your resume as a WORD document for immediate review and consideration. About Round Hill Search: Round Hill Search is a leading boutique legal staffing, placement, and consulting firm headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Our founding principles—Excellence, Service, and Integrity—are woven through every aspect of our business, resulting in an unparalleled level of service for our candidates and clients. Visit us at www.roundhillsearch.com. Apply tot his job