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January 26, 2026

Global Employment & Labor Law Associate

Counseling
Baker McKenzie

Baker McKenzie

Global Employment & Labor Law Associate

Baker McKenzie
Baker McKenzie

Practice area

· Counseling

PQE

1+ years

Employment type

Full-time

About the Team

The North America Employment & Compensation Practice Group provides domestic and international employment law counseling and litigation representation. They assist multinational companies with their international and domestic labor and employment issues.

About the Role

This is an Associate Attorney position within the Global Employment & Labor Law practice. The core focus is providing advice and counsel to multinational clients on US and cross-border employment issues, including transactions. The role is available in the Bay Area or Chicago. The annual salary range for candidates in California (Bay Area) and Illinois (Chicago) offices is $225,000 – $235,000.

In this role, you'll

  • Provide advice and counsel to multinational clients on US and cross-border employment issues, including transactions.
  • Assist multinational companies with international and domestic labor and employment issues, including expansion into or exit from new jurisdictions and deploying and managing a global workforce.
  • Defend clients in litigation in both state and federal court.
  • Translate the international landscape for in-house counsel and managers with global responsibilities.
  • Lead cross-border and multi-disciplinary employment projects, providing commercially practical support for clients’ global operations.

We're seeking someone with experience including

  • Admitted and a member in good standing of the Bar in the state of employment.
  • Some employment counseling experience.
  • Background in international employment law.
  • Recent law graduates are welcome to apply, provided they demonstrate they will be sitting for the bar exam.
  • Strong academic credentials from a top law school are preferred.
  • Top tier law firm experience in an employment practice is preferred.

You might thrive in this role if you

  • Excellent communication, analytical, and writing skills.
  • Ability to function smoothly in a global team environment with culturally diverse team members.
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Last updated: April 6, 2026

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  • Priya Gulati
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    Priya Gulati

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    Pacific Legal Search

    Why talk to Priya Gulati?

    Manda McElrath joined Baker McKenzie's Palo Alto office.

    Priya is absolutely amazing, and I am so happy I chose her as the recruiter to work with throughout my lateral move. Priya played a key role in helping me successfully transition from a regional, mid-sized firm to Big Law, offering thoughtful guidance, candid advice, and constant support (even when she was technically on vacation). From coordinating a barrage of interviews to offering a kind ear when things got overwhelming, she was incredibly helpful, reliable, and truly went the extra mile at every stage of the process.

    Baker McKenzie

    Manda McElrath

    Baker McKenzie • Palo Alto
  • Kate Reder Sheikh
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    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Taylor Todd joined Baker McKenzie's San Francisco office in the Labor & Employment group.

    Kate reached out to me initially on a position I ultimately decided not to apply for, but we continued to stay in touch. I waffled on whether to make a move for several months. Kate was a sounding board for what other possibilities there were and helped me drill down on what was important in my next role. She was great about returning texts, emails, and calls, and she would get in contact immediately if she saw something she believed would be a good fit. Kate also helped me prepare for interviews and put my best foot forward. Once the offer came she gave an honest assessment on what was worth negotiating and how to do it— a huge value add for someone who is early in their career. Kate spent months talking with me before we found the right thing. She isn’t transactional, but rather invested in individuals she sees potential in and truly wants the right fit for them. Especially as someone young, first gen, and of the COVID law school generation navigating the challenging legal market, having someone to prep you and give the extra edge in interviews took a lot of stress out of the process and allowed me to focus on fit. Kate’s knowledge of different teams and working styles also helped me to feel confident in my decision to move after landing the offer. I couldn’t recommend her more!

    Baker McKenzie

    Taylor Todd

    Baker McKenzie • San Francisco

Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Priya Gulati
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Priya Gulati

    Legal Recruiter

    Pacific Legal Search

    Why talk to Priya Gulati?

    Manda McElrath joined Baker McKenzie's Palo Alto office.

    Priya is absolutely amazing, and I am so happy I chose her as the recruiter to work with throughout my lateral move. Priya played a key role in helping me successfully transition from a regional, mid-sized firm to Big Law, offering thoughtful guidance, candid advice, and constant support (even when she was technically on vacation). From coordinating a barrage of interviews to offering a kind ear when things got overwhelming, she was incredibly helpful, reliable, and truly went the extra mile at every stage of the process.

    Baker McKenzie

    Manda McElrath

    Baker McKenzie • Palo Alto
  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Taylor Todd joined Baker McKenzie's San Francisco office in the Labor & Employment group.

    Kate reached out to me initially on a position I ultimately decided not to apply for, but we continued to stay in touch. I waffled on whether to make a move for several months. Kate was a sounding board for what other possibilities there were and helped me drill down on what was important in my next role. She was great about returning texts, emails, and calls, and she would get in contact immediately if she saw something she believed would be a good fit. Kate also helped me prepare for interviews and put my best foot forward. Once the offer came she gave an honest assessment on what was worth negotiating and how to do it— a huge value add for someone who is early in their career. Kate spent months talking with me before we found the right thing. She isn’t transactional, but rather invested in individuals she sees potential in and truly wants the right fit for them. Especially as someone young, first gen, and of the COVID law school generation navigating the challenging legal market, having someone to prep you and give the extra edge in interviews took a lot of stress out of the process and allowed me to focus on fit. Kate’s knowledge of different teams and working styles also helped me to feel confident in my decision to move after landing the offer. I couldn’t recommend her more!

    Baker McKenzie

    Taylor Todd

    Baker McKenzie • San Francisco