Associate Lawyer

Teamwork. Network. Dream work. Associate Lawyer (Employment) | 3–5 Years of Experience

Location:
Bucharest Position: Full-time basis, contractor Compensation: to be agreed upon This position offers an excellent opportunity to join a top-tier Employment practice within a leading international law firm. Our Employment team in Bucharest advises prominent international and regional clients on a wide range of employment and HR-related matters, supporting both their day-to-day operations and strategic workforce projects. The position is focused on employment advisory work and does not require dealings with courts. Interest into developing litigation expertise and courts exposure may be a plus. You can look forward to varied and challenging work, early responsibility and the opportunity to develop your expertise while advising on some of the most relevant employment law matters in the region. We are looking for an Associate Lawyer who is motivated, detail-oriented and eager to grow professionally in a collaborative and fast-paced setting. How You’ll Contribute
• Advise national and international clients on a broad range of employment and labor law matters
• Draft and review employment-related documentation, including employment agreements, addenda, internal regulations, policies and termination documents
• Support clients with day-to-day employment matters, employment compliance projects and labor inspections
• Advise on workforce restructurings, disciplinary procedures, collective dismissals, transfers of employees and internal investigations
• Assist clients in relation to employment disputes and other contentious employment matters
• Work on complex projects while maintaining high quality standards and meeting tight deadlines What matters to us
• Law degree from an accredited Romanian law faculty and admission to a Romanian Bar Association (active membership in good standing)
• 3–5 years of relevant professional experience on employment and labour law
• Experience in other practice areas, such as disputes or corporate law, is considered an advantage.
• Solid knowledge of Romanian employment legislation and related regulations
• Strong analytical skills and sound legal judgment
• Excellent English drafting and communication skills; additional languages are an advantage
• High attention to detail and a structured, organized way of working
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
• Independent, proactive and solution-oriented mindset, combined with the ability to collaborate in an international team
• Strong motivation to grow professionally in a demanding, excellence-driven high-performance environment Teamwork. Network. Dream work. Working at Wolf Theiss For over 65 years, Wolf Theiss has been advising national and international clients, from privately held businesses to multinational corporations, on all aspects of business law in the Central, Eastern and South-Eastern European region. With more than 400 lawyers in 13 countries and a central European hub in Brussels, Wolf Theiss combines broad regional reach with in-depth local expertise, enabling seamless cross-border work and maintaining a strong local presence. We are committed to fostering with equal opportunities for all and welcome applications regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or disability.

What We Offer
• Challenging and diverse work within an international environment with a strong focus on CEE/SEE
• Continuous professional development through our WT School
• A clear and transparent career path with dedicated mentoring and long-term development opportunities
• A secure, long-term position within a dynamic team
• A central office location that can be reached by public transport
• Performance-related bonus (where applicable)
• Generous annual leave allowance, including an additional day off for your birthday (where applicable)
• Meal allowance (where applicable)
• Private medical insurance (where applicable)
• Regular team events, sports activities and company celebrations
• Complimentary snacks and hot beverages
• Flexible working arrangements, depending on role and team requirements Ready to apply? Please submit your application documents (CV, cover letter and academic transcripts) online, or contact us by phone if you would like to learn more about the position. 
 Contact Mihaela Hodivoianu Office Operations Manager 4 Vasile Alecsandri Street, The Landmark, Building A, 4th Floor 010639 Bucharest Not quite the right fit? Explore more opportunities with us.