Employment Lawyer 1-5 PQE

Vasto Legal Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is seeking an Employment Associate with 1-5 years PQE to join its top-ranked employment team, known for handling complex matters and providing strategic advice. The role offers great exposure, client contact, and a supportive culture, ideal for those looking for flexibility and professional development.

Benefits

Collaborative environment

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 1+ PQE in Employment Law.
• Experience with complex employment matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle high-stakes employment matters including whistleblowing and board-level disputes.
• Advise on day-to-day HR and strategic issues.

Job description

Employment Associate (1-5 PQE)

We’re working closely with a leading law firm on a fantastic opportunity within their top-ranked Employment team in London.

This firm has a large dedicated employment law practice, having attracted Lawyers coming from a range of backgrounds, including large City law firms. They act across the board, from senior individuals and fast-growth businesses to major corporates and financial institutions.

The team is known for handling complex, high-stakes employment matters, including whistleblowing, discrimination, board-level disputes, restrictive covenants, and employment litigation. They also advise employers on day-to-day HR and strategic issues, often with a cross-practice approach involving pensions, corporate, and immigration colleagues.

This is an ideal opportunity for a 1+ PQE Employment Associate looking for a step up in exposure and quality of work, within a team that values autonomy, development, and balance. The culture is friendly and entrepreneurial, with many of the lawyers having trained at top international firms before moving for more flexibility and greater involvement.

What’s on offer:

• Top quality of employment work across both contentious and advisory 1200-hour target and a supportive, collaborative environment Genuine variety – advising both employers and senior execs Clear progression, strong leadership, and real client contact

We know the firm well and can offer in-depth insight into the role, team, and what makes it a great career move.

For a confidential chat, contactGeorge Sanderson – [e-mail] | 07936 132 233