Employment Lawyer

Fragata e Antunes Advogados

. Provide advice and prepare legal opinions on employment rights and obligations and applicable legislation.

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRio de Janeiro • BrazilMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in employment law, including the CLT and relevant case law, with strong capabilities in drafting legal documents and representing clients in litigation and administrative proceedings. Proficient in negotiation, conflict mediation, and providing legal training to teams.

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Law DegreeActive OAB RegistrationEmployment Law ExpertiseLitigation ExperienceNegotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Drafting Legal OpinionsDrafting Employment AgreementsConducting Legal AuditsPreparing PleadingsDelivering Oral Arguments

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOral Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailTeam Collaboration

Industry Keywords

Employment RightsLabor CourtsMinistry of LaborPublic Labor ProsecutorJudicial SettlementsOut-of-Court SettlementsCompliance with Employment Laws

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide advice and prepare legal opinions on employment rights and obligations and applicable legislation.
Represent clients in employment lawsuits, including claims and defenses, before all levels of the Labor Courts.
Participate in hearings and deliver oral arguments.
Represent clients in administrative proceedings before the Ministry of Labor and the Public Labor Prosecutor’s Office.
Negotiate and mediate judicial and out-of-court settlements.
Conduct audits to ensure compliance with employment laws and prevent legal risks.
Draft employment agreements, amendments, and internal policies.
Provide employment law training to teams and managers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Law degree and active registration with the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB).
In-depth knowledge of employment law, including the CLT, precedents, binding guidance, and case law.
Experience in employment-related judicial and administrative litigation.
Ability to draft pleadings, legal opinions, and contracts.
Strong negotiation and conflict mediation skills.
Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills for effective representation at hearings.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for managing cases and deadlines.
Proactive approach and ability to work as part of a team.

Benefits

Comp & perks

An inclusive, respectful environment committed to equity
Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative team
Possibility of working as an associate
Opportunity to work with modern solutions and legal technology
Position also open to persons with disabilities (PwD)