Employment Associate

Lusona Consultancy; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Aberdeen is seeking an experienced Employment Associate with 1-6 years PQE. The role promises exposure to complex, high-profile employment matters, advising a variety of blue-chip clients. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in employment law, excellent communication skills, and a team-oriented mindset. Benefits include structured career development and an inclusive working culture.

Benefits

Structured career development

Inclusive working culture

Industry-leading training

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year post-qualification experience in employment law within a commercial practice.
• Experience in advising on senior grievances, whistleblowing, and cross-border issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic employment law advice to clients.
• Handle high-value complex claims and executive-level issues.
• Participate in employment aspects of corporate transactions.

Skills

Strong technical expertise

Commercial acumen

Team-oriented approach

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

Employment Associate – Aberdeen (1–6 PQE)

Top Tier International Law Firm

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employment Associate (1–6 years PQE) to join the Aberdeen office of a globally renowned law firm. This role offers exposure to complex and high-profile employment matters, both domestic and international, within a team consistently ranked among the top employment law practices in the UK.

The Role

You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative team advising blue-chip clients across sectors. The work is varied and includes:

• Strategic employment law advice
• High-value complex claims
• Cross-border and international projects
• Executive-level issues including restrictive covenants and remuneration packages
• Employment aspects of corporate transactions including M&A and outsourcing

Key Requirements

• A minimum of 1yearpost-qualification experience in employment law within a commercial practice
• Strong technical expertise and commercial acumen
• Experience advising on senior grievances, whistleblowing, restructuring, and cross-border issues
• A team-oriented approach and excellent communication skills

Why Apply?

• Join a growing office with a new partner leading local expansion
• Access to top-tier clients and international matters
• Structured career development and industry-leading training
• Inclusive and flexible working culture

About the Firm

This is a global top-100 law firm with a long-standing reputation for legal innovation and sector expertise. Recognised for its diversity, inclusion, and forward-thinking approach, the firm is consistently awarded for excellence in legal service and workplace culture.

To find out more, please contact Jill Cowan on 07931 811 330 or email [e-mail]