Job SummaryThe Employment Litigation Associate will support the company's employment‑related litigation and dispute resolution matters. This role will focus on handling employment claims, advising on workplace risk, and supporting broader litigation matters as needed. The position requires a proactive, detail‑oriented, and business‑minded individual with experience managing employment disputes in a fast‑paced environment.Job ExpectationsEmployment Litigation & ClaimsManage and support employment‑related claims, including wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and PAGA mattersAssist in responding to administrative agency charges (e.g., EEOC, DFEH/CRD, Labor Commissioner)Draft position statements, settlement agreements, and litigation documentsPartner with HR and internal stakeholders on pre‑litigation dispute resolution and risk mitigationLitigation SupportAssist in handling broader litigation matters, including commercial disputes, consumer claims, and regulatory inquiries as neededConduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, and discovery responsesSupport case strategy development and fact investigationsRisk Mitigation & AdvisoryProvide practical legal advice to HR and business teams on employee relations matters as well as employment practices and policiesHelp develop and update employment‑related policies, procedures, and training materialsIdentify trends in claims and recommend proactive risk mitigation strategiesOutside Counsel & OperationsCoordinate with outside counsel on employment litigation matters, including managing deadlines, strategy alignment, and budgetsSupport document preservation, litigation holds, and e‑discovery processesMaintain organized case files and assist with reporting and tracking of claimsPreferred ExperienceExperience supporting in‑house legal teams or working with corporate clientsExposure to multi‑state or international employment issuesExperience in e‑commerce, retail, or consumer‑facing industriesKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesRequiredExperience handling employment claims, including agency charges and civil litigationStrong knowledge of federal and state employment laws (e.g., FLSA, TitleVII, ADA, FEHA, wage and hour laws, PAGA)Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skillsAbility to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast‑paced environmentStrong judgment and problem‑solving skillsAbility to translate legal risk into practical business guidanceCollaborative and cross‑functional mindsetHigh attention to detail and organizational skillsStrong ability for prioritization of multiple competing mattersEffective communication and stakeholder managementEquipment KnowledgeExperience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Experience with Google Business Suite (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms) preferredExperience RequirementsGenerally requires a minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of litigation experience with a focus on employment law.Education RequirementsJuris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law schoolActive membership in at least one U.S. state barPay Scale$140,000—$160,000 USDBenefitsEmployees (and their families) that meet eligibility criteria as outlined in applicable plan documents are eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance programs. Employees may enroll in the company's 401(k) plan and are eligible for time‑off and paid sick leave pursuant to company policies. Eligible employees will enjoy paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Eligibility requirements for these benefits are controlled by applicable plan documents.EEO StatementiHerb 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 veteran status. iHerb provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment.#J-18808-Ljbffr