Employment Associate – 4-5 PQE

Taylor Root; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Root is seeking an Employment Associate in London with 4-5 PQE to join its busy practice. The role offers exposure to both contentious and advisory matters, including tribunal litigation, executive terminations, contracts, and discrimination issues.

You will work closely with senior lawyers and clients, gaining hands-on responsibility and clear development prospects. The firm is known for a collaborative culture, excellent training, and top-of-market remuneration with a competitive bonus

Qualifications

• 4-5 PQE in employment matters
• Experience across tribunal litigation and advisory matters
• Strong drafting and advocacy abilities

Responsibilities

• Advise on tribunal litigation, executive terminations, contracts and discrimination issues
• Provide corporate transactional support for employment matters
• Collaborate with Partners and clients to deliver pragmatic, commercial advice

Skills

Contentious and non-contentious

Drafting excellence

Advocacy skills

Client management

Job description

Employment Associate – 4-5 PQE

A highly respected London-based practice with a strong reputation for providing pragmatic, client-focused advice across key commercial disciplines. The firm is known for its collaborative and supportive culture, excellent training environment, and the opportunity for Associates to work closely with Partners on complex mandates.

The Role

This opportunity sits within a busy and well-established Employment practice, offering exposure to both contentious and advisory matters. The successful candidate will advise on tribunal litigation, executive terminations, contracts, discrimination issues, and corporate transactional support. You will work directly with senior lawyers and clients, gaining hands‑on responsibility and clear development prospects.

What They’re Looking For

• 4-5 PQE Employment Associate with strong experience in both contentious and non-contentious matters
• Excellent drafting and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage clients confidently and deliver strategic, commercial advice
• Collegiate team player who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑quality environment

Why Apply?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well‑respected practice offering top of market remuneration and an attractive bonus scheme within a firm that values progression and collaboration.

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

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