Junior Employment Investigations Attorney

Overview

A remote opportunity is available for junior and mid-level Employment Investigations Attorneys to provide legal advice and support across various industries. The role involves ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and addressing sensitive workplace matters through investigations and legal guidance on employee relations and employment law challenges.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and manage workplace investigations related to employee relations concerns, misconduct, fraud, workplace violence, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other employment issues.
• Lead investigations independently from intake through resolution, including conducting witness interviews, reviewing evidence, fact-finding, and preparing reports.
• Provide legal guidance on employment law, workplace compliance, and employee relations.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders, Human Resources, compliance professionals, and business leaders to address workplace concerns and implement corrective actions.
• Draft investigation plans, witness interview summaries, investigation reports, findings, and related documentation.
• Advise clients on compliance with employment laws, workplace policies, and HIPAA requirements when applicable.
• Manage sensitive and confidential legal matters across multiple industries.
• Stay informed on employment law developments, investigation best practices, and regulatory changes to offer proactive counsel.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in employment law, workplace investigations, employee relations, or related areas.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and workplace investigation practices.
• Experience conducting or supporting workplace investigations involving employee relations, fraud, and workplace violence.
• Proven ability to independently manage investigations and advise clients on employment risks and compliance.
• Familiarity with HIPAA and privacy compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, interviewing, legal writing, technology, and problem-solving skills.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting investigations in healthcare, life sciences, or other highly regulated industries.
• Demonstrated experience preparing investigation reports and presenting findings to senior stakeholders.
• Experience collaborating with Human Resources, compliance, ethics, or employee relations teams.
• Professional certifications related to workplace investigations, compliance, or employee relations are a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated total compensation for full-time attorney roles ranges from $104,500 to $325,000 per year.
• Compensation is based on factors including experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs.
• Additional benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities.

Location

• Remote

Applicants must have the necessary legal authorization to work and an active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.