Employment Associate

We have an outstanding opportunity for an Employment Associate with at least 3 years PQE to work for undoubtedly one of the highest profile law firms in London.

This is a top 50 City of London firm, known for their exceptional work and rich history.

The Firm

This firm is pioneering in their field and the view for their business is success over the long term. They measure not only the successes for their clients, but they believe the real achievement lies in their legacy and what their lawyers create for the future.

They are market leading, advising clients on both contentious and non-contentious issues.

Their industry knowledge and expertise sets them high above the rest of the market.

Specialisms include high value Commercial Property, Private Client, Family and Employment.

Their client base includes global organisations, a large amount of high net worth individuals, entrepreneurs, businesses, charities and UHNW family clients.

The Role

The successful hire will be working within the established and highly regarded Employment team. Example duties will include advising senior executives on entry into new jobs including negotiating employment agreements.

You will be advising on issues during employment including individuals facing investigations into misconduct, particularly regulatory issues, and facing other problems at work, including pursuing grievances.

You will also be advising employers on a range of employment matters including day to day duties, drafting of contracts, policies and procedures. There will also be work related to disciplinary, grievances and smaller redundancy procedures as well as advising on management of employment tribunal litigation.

Requirements:

• Will need to have a thorough understanding of Employment Law and experience working in a reputable Employment practice at a leading firm.
• Efficient communication and ability to manage a complex workload and handle multiple matters at any one time.
• Should be able to demonstrate high intellect with a pragmatic and commercial approach.
• Minimum 2:1 degree. Must have strong academics and be commercially astute.

Securing a role with this firm is a career changing opportunity. It will open up exciting doors for entrepreneurial Associates looking to become leaders in their specialist area.

Apply now for immediate consideration. Alternatively please call for a strictly confidential discussion about the position.