Employment Associate/ Managing Associate

TN United Kingdom; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate with a strong background in contentious and non-contentious employment law to join their dynamic team in Scotland. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide comprehensive legal advice on a range of employment issues, including discrimination law and tribunal litigation. With a flexible hybrid working model, you will collaborate with a supportive team and engage with prominent clients both domestically and internationally. If you are passionate about employment law and eager for career progression, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your expertise in a thriving legal environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years post-qualifying experience in employment law.
• Strong technical knowledge and excellent drafting skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive employment advice on various legal issues.
• Engage with major UK employers and participate in business development.

Skills

Contentious Employment Law

Non-contentious Employment Law

Discrimination Law

Employment Tribunal Litigation

Business Immigration

Drafting Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Law Degree

Post-qualifying Experience (2-5 years)

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28.04.2025

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Purpose of the Role

We are seeking an Associate with a combination of contentious and non-contentious employment law experience, to join our team in Scotland. You will have in the region of 2 – 5 years post-qualifying experience.

Addleshaw Goddard has implemented a flexible, hybrid working model that combines office-based and remote work arrangements, allowing for a balanced and adaptable work environment. Occasional travel between UK offices may be required.

The Employment Team

Our Employment & Immigration Group is a leading legal practice providing advice on employment law and global mobility to financial institutions, FTSE 100 companies, and prominent UK and international businesses. We focus on expertise, commercial acumen, strong relationships, and innovative solutions to meet our clients' evolving needs.

Our team prioritizes long-term client relationships through exceptional client care and collaborative work.

What to Expect in This Role

You will provide comprehensive employment advice on issues including discrimination law, executive exits, industrial relations, restructuring, employment tribunal litigation, and support work for clients in Scotland, England, and Wales. Experience in business immigration and tribunal advocacy is advantageous but not essential.

• Work with a supportive, collaborative team
• Opportunities for career progression
• Engage with major UK employers both domestically and internationally
• Build your own client connections and participate in business development

Your Areas of Knowledge and Expertise

• Experience in similar environments at an appropriate level
• Strong technical employment law knowledge, excellent drafting and communication skills, and a practical, commercial approach
• Interest in marketing and business development activities
• Ability to work under deadlines and collaborate effectively
• Understanding of the operations of a leading law firm and client needs
• Strong commercial awareness and a genuine interest in employment law

Our Firm

Addleshaw Goddard values its people, fostering a supportive, innovative environment that encourages growth and collaboration. We serve FTSE 100 clients and others, and celebrate diversity through various employee networks.

OUR APPROACH: IMAGINE THE BEST YOU CAN BE

Our success is driven by our people and their dedication to high-quality work and ethical standards. We aim to provide high-caliber work with colleagues who care for one another and our clients.