Employment Senior associate

Robert Walters; London; On-site; GBP 155,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Employment Associate to provide expert legal advice on employment issues. This role offers the chance to represent clients in complex cases before the High Court and Employment Tribunal, showcasing your legal expertise. You will navigate sensitive workplace matters with discretion and professionalism while collaborating with a supportive team. The firm emphasizes professional development and offers a positive team culture, making it an excellent opportunity for career progression. If you are passionate about employment law and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Employment Associate or similar role within a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law is essential for this position.
• Commitment to continued learning and professional development is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on a broad range of employment issues.
• Advise on disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Represent clients in complex matters before the High Court.

Skills

UK employment law

Interpersonal skills

Disciplinary procedures

Conflict resolution

Whistle-blowing allegations

Discrimination handling

Client representation

Job description

• Attractive salary of £155,000+
• Opportunity to work on a broad range of employment issues
• Chance to represent clients in complex matters before the High Court and Employment Tribunal

What you'll do:

As a Senior Employment Associate, you will be responsible for providing expert legal advice on a variety of employment issues. Your excellent interpersonal skills will be crucial as you navigate disciplinary and grievance procedures, resolve conflicts in the workplace, and handle sensitive allegations of whistle-blowing and discrimination. You will also have the opportunity to showcase your legal acumen by representing clients in complex matters before the High Court and Employment Tribunal. Working collaboratively with other team members, you will strive to ensure client satisfaction at all times.

• Provide legal advice on a broad range of employment issues
• Advise on disciplinary and grievance procedures
• Resolve conflicts in the workplace
• Handle allegations of whistle-blowing and discrimination
• Represent clients in complex matters before the High Court and Employment Tribunal
• Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure client satisfaction

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Senior Employment Associate position will bring a wealth of experience from a similar role within a law firm. Your strong knowledge of UK employment law will be essential as you advise on a broad range of issues. Your excellent interpersonal skills will enable you to handle sensitive issues with discretion and professionalism. Experience representing clients before the High Court and Employment Tribunal is also required. Above all, your commitment to continued learning and professional development will set you apart.

• Proven experience as an Employment Associate or similar role within a law firm
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and professionalism
• Experience representing clients before the High Court and Employment Tribunal
• Commitment to continued learning and professional development

What sets this company apart:

This company stands out due to its clear targets for progression, emphasis on continued learning, significant initiatives for growth and development with huge amounts of support. They pride themselves on their excellent culture within the team, with approachable partners who are committed to fostering an inclusive environment.

What's next:

If this sounds like your next career move, don't hesitate!

Apply today by clicking on the link. We look forward to receiving your application.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates