Senior Employment Lawyer

LAW Absolute; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm is seeking an ambitious Senior Associate to join its top-tier Employment team in London. The ideal candidate must be a qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 5 years’ PQE in employment law and a proven track record of managing Employment Tribunal litigation. This role offers the opportunity to represent employers in various high-profile matters, including dispute resolution and litigation.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ PQE in employment law gained at a leading City firm.
• Proven experience advising on the full spectrum of employment law matters, both contentious and non-contentious.
• Experience with complex multi-day hearings.

Responsibilities

• Join a global firm’s top-tier Employment team.
• Represent employers across various sectors.
• Advise on trade union matters.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Ability to provide clear, practical advice

Strong track record of managing Employment Tribunal litigation

Education

Strong academic background with a minimum 2:1 degree

Job description

An excellent opportunity awaits an ambitious Senior Associate to join a global firm’s top-tier Employment team. The team has a strong focus on dispute resolution and litigation, regularly representing employers across the financial services, professional services and insurance sectors. It is frequently involved in high‑profile team moves, restrictive covenant disputes and internal investigations, and is well placed to advise on trade union matters.

Experience required:

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• At least 5 years’ PQE in employment law gained at a leading City firm
• Proven experience advising on the full spectrum of employment law matters, both contentious and non-contentious
• A strong track record of managing Employment Tribunal litigation from inception to conclusion, including complex multi‑day hearings
• Ability to provide clear, practical advice
• Strong academic background with a minimum 2:1 degree

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