Employment Director — M&A & Global Mobility (Hybrid)

Oculus Legal Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in London is seeking an accomplished Employment Legal Director to join its highly ranked Employment practice. This role involves supporting corporate teams on high-value national and international transactions and overseeing junior lawyers. Candidates must have over 8 years of PQE in employment law related to complex corporate transactions. The firm values technical excellence and offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for business development.

Qualifications

• 8+ years PQE with strong experience in employment work connected to complex corporate transactions.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills with a strong commercial mindset.
• Proven ability to lead on complex matters and advise senior stakeholders in high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Leading on employment elements of high-value national and international corporate transactions.
• Managing complex due diligence, risk assessment, and drafting/negotiating employment-related warranties.
• Providing clear, commercially driven strategic employment advice to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Commercial mindset

Leadership abilities

Education

8+ years PQE

Background in recognized Employment practice

Job description

A leading legal firm in London is seeking an accomplished Employment Legal Director to join its highly ranked Employment practice. This role involves supporting corporate teams on high-value national and international transactions and overseeing junior lawyers. Candidates must have over 8 years of PQE in employment law related to complex corporate transactions. The firm values technical excellence and offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for business development.