Senior Employment Associate — Hybrid, Global Practice

Withers; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefit package

Hybrid working

Job summary

Withers in London seeks an experienced employment associate to handle all aspects of employment law for employers and senior executives. The role combines quick advisory work with longer projects and occasional litigation.

You will work across sectors, maintain high professional standards, supervise juniors, support business development, and operate within a hybrid model with 2-4 days in the office. This is a demanding, collaborative environment at a firm known for integrity and client focus.

Qualifications

• 5+ PQE in UK employment law with PQE-appropriate knowledge.
• Excellent written communication and drafting skills.
• Extremely organized with strong attention to detail.
• Able to work in an international environment and collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Work on a mixed caseload for employers and senior executives on contentious and non-contentious matters.
• Provide commercially astute, legally accurate advice with timely delivery.
• Manage own caseload with appropriate supervision and supervise junior staff.
• Contribute to business development and maintain client relationships.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and professional ethics.

Skills

UK employment law

PQE 5+

Legal drafting

Client communication

Organisation

Team player

Interpersonal skills

International environment

Job description

Withers in London seeks an experienced employment associate to handle all aspects of employment law for employers and senior executives. The role combines quick advisory work with longer projects and occasional litigation.

You will work across sectors, maintain high professional standards, supervise juniors, support business development, and operate within a hybrid model with 2-4 days in the office. This is a demanding, collaborative environment at a firm known for integrity and client focus.