Employment Counsel (Advice & Counsel + Litigation) — San Francisco, CA | Remote- 404493

Job ID: 404493

Practice area:- Employment Law - Management (Compliance & Counseling),Litigation - Labor & Employment

Keywords:- municipal contracts,zoning ordinance,policy review,city employment law

Employment Counsel (Advice & Counsel Litigation) — San Francisco, CA | Remote

Compensation:200000$- 247000$

Why this role is worth a look

• Senior-level role focused on trusted client counseling

• Blend of litigation and day-to-day employment advice

• Remote structure with meaningful autonomy

• Platform well-suited for partner-level or of-counsel attorneys

• Opportunity to shape strategy and mentor others

What you’ll do

• Counsel employers on employee relations and compliance issues

• Advise on terminations, leaves of absence, and workplace policies

• Draft and revise handbooks, employment agreements, and separation documents

• Represent employers in state and federal employment litigation

• Handle matters before agencies such as the Labor Commissioner and EEOC

• Support clients during audits and employment-related disputes

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior attorneys, as needed

Ideal background

Required:

• 10 years of California employment law experience

• Active California Bar license

• Strong background in advice & counsel and litigation

• Ability to manage matters independently

• Excellent writing, analytical, and client-facing skills

Preferred:

• Small firm, boutique, or in-house employment law experience

• Comfort working autonomously in a remote setting

Team & support

Attorneys work in a collaborative, low-hierarchy environment with access to peer support, thoughtful staffing, and open communication.

Hours & flexibility

Work expectations and flexibility are discussed early in the process.

Why this search is confidential/exclusive

This is a BCG-exclusive search being handled discreetly due to [DETAIL NEEDED — e.g., growth role, strategic expansion, or confidential market mapping]. The role is not posted publicly.

How to apply (confidential, low-friction)

• Option A: Send your resume

• Option B: Send LinkedIn profile 3 bullets (years of experience, employment law focus, location preference)

Because this role is not posted publicly, applying through BCG Attorney Search is the way to be considered.

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✔ Exclusivity language included

✔ No firm, partner, or client identifiers included

✔ No invented facts or assumptions

✔ Salary placeholders present

✔ Clear exclusivity-based CTA included

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6. We can share additional details privately after an initial review.

7. Send your LinkedIn profile and we’ll advise on fit.

8. This opening is not on job boards — BCG is the access point.

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Exclusivity Language Variations

1. BCG-exclusive search (not advertised)

2. Not posted publicly; available only through BCG

3. Unlisted opening—details shared via BCG Attorney Search

4. Quiet search with limited distribution

5. Exclusive mandate with our client

6. You won’t see this role on job boards

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