SummaryDLA Piper is seeking an attorney with employment law experience and an interest in transactional work to join the Corporate/Private Equity practice as part of our Professional Track Attorney program in our Atlanta office. The ideal candidate for this position will have 2-4 years of experience in company-side labor and employment law matters.This is an opportunity to join one of the leading firms in the world in a non-partnership track position. As part of the firm's Professional Track Attorney program, you will be immediately integrated into a practice group and be part of a team. You will be able to participate in a comprehensive training and development offerings and work on client projects across cutting-edge practices, industries, and borders. You will also have the opportunity to support causes that impact our clients and better our communities through the firm's commitment to pro bono.Your day will involve acting as the junior lawyer primarily responsible for employment-related diligence on M&A transactions and also representing clients in connection with daily matters including research and contract drafting. Strong performance in this role can lead to other varied experiences within the practice that will add to your skill set and build your base of client work.ResponsibilitiesEffectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with partners, lawyers, clients, staff, and third parties;Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner, meeting all deadlines and expectations;Analyze complex legal issues in a logical manner, applying legal principles and research to specific facts;Provide timely, accurate, and well-reasoned work product;Be available whenever needed to ensure timely delivery of services, including during business hours, evenings, and weekends;Apply sustained and intense concentration for extended periods of time;Work under pressure to meet deadlines and perform to the satisfaction of clients and colleagues;Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; participating in telephonic conferences; and participating in meetings at client offices and at the Firm;Travel, as required by the Firm or client, such as to client meetings, to engage in advocacy before a tribunal or government agency, or to participate in business development activities;Foster relationships and anticipate clients' needs to achieve continued engagement; andObserve all Firm policies and practices, as may be in effect from time to time.Desired SkillsProfessional Excellence: Oral communications, writing, analysis and strategic thinking, legal knowledge and expertise.Client Impact: Solution orientation, project management, service quality and orientation. initiative and ownership.Effectiveness: self-awareness, relationship building, people management, team building and inclusion.Leadership: Entrepreneurship, business development, career commitment, professionalism and integrity.Minimum EducationJDMinimum Years of Experience2Essential Job ExpectationsEffectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;Foster positive work relationships;Comply with all firm policies and practices;Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.Physical DemandsSedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.Work EnvironmentHybrid – Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-homePay Transparency$150,000- $300,000 per year depending on the candidate's geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate's experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).Equal Opportunity EmployerDLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.#J-18808-Ljbffr