Special Counsel - Employment Law

GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions is a boutique recruiting and HR consulting firm founded and led by seasoned Senior HR leaders
. We partner with top companies to place high-performing professionals in legal, HR, supply chain, operations and C-Suite corporate roles.

Unlike traditional recruiters, we act as strategic partners and extensions of our clients’ teams
, leveraging our deep HR expertise to support talent strategy, workforce planning, and organizational growth. By combining hands-on experience with agility and insight, we help companies build strong, high-performing teams that drive business success.

A premier Law firm is seeking an accomplished Employment Law Litigation Attorney to join their distinguished legal team in several locations, including, North Carolina, New Jersey and Illinois. These roles offer the opportunity to work on sophisticated employment matters while providing strategic advisory services to high-profile clients across various industries.

• Handle complex employment litigation matters from inception through resolution, including discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, and wrongful termination cases
• Provide proactive employment law advisory services and strategic counseling to corporate clients
• Advisory:
  Coach and guide clients through sensitive employment situations, policy development, and compliance matters
• Conduct training sessions and workshops for client management teams on employment law best practices
• Draft and negotiate employment agreements, severance packages, and policy documents
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on employment aspects of corporate transactions
• Manage discovery processes, depositions, and court appearances as required

• JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Minimum 5 years of employment law experience at a top-tier law firm
• Proven track record in employment litigation with demonstrable courtroom experience
• AI law experience highly desired
• Substantial advisory and counseling experience with corporate clients
• Strong business acumen with ability to provide practical, solution-oriented legal advice
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Active bar admission in North Carolina (or ability to obtain promptly)

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans
• Professional development opportunities and continuing legal education support
• Collaborative work environment within a nationally recognized practice
• Clear partnership track for exceptional performers

GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at  so we can assist you.