Employment Senior Associate

Douglas Scott Global Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected UK law firm seeks a Senior Employment Associate to join its established Employment team. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work on varied employment law issues, emphasizing collaboration and professional development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in employment law, particularly around discrimination and tribunal work.
• Confidence in advising on redundancies, restructures, dismissals, and TUPE transfers.
• A track record of supervising junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on complex employment law issues.
• Lead meetings and negotiations with clients.
• Draft and review employment contracts, providing practical advice.

Skills

Employment Law

Client-handling Skills

Drafting Contracts

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales

Job description

Senior Employment Associate

Permanent | £60,000–£76,000 per annum | Hybrid working
A respected UK law firm is looking for a Senior Associate to join its well-established Employment team. This is a permanent position offering a competitive salary and the chance to take on varied, high-quality work across all aspects of employment law — including discrimination, employment tribunals, and TUPE matters.

What’s on offer:

A supportive, collaborative team
You’ll be joining a close-knit team known for excellent client service and strong internal support. You’ll work alongside experienced colleagues, share ideas, and contribute to each other’s professional development.

A role with real impact
You’ll advise a range of clients on complex employment law issues, helping them navigate sensitive situations with confidence and clarity.

Flexible working
We offer a hybrid working pattern – typically two days a week from home and three days in our modern office – giving you the balance of flexibility and team connection.

What we’re looking for:

• Solid experience in employment law, particularly around discrimination and tribunal work
• Confidence in advising on redundancies, restructures, dismissals, and TUPE transfers
• Strong client-handling skills – comfortable leading meetings and negotiations
• Experience drafting and reviewing contracts and providing commercial, practical legal advice
• A track record of supervising junior team members or contributing to their development

Preferred qualifications:

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales
• Strong technical knowledge of employment law and recent developments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills