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Employment Associate 3-6 PQE

City of London Permanent View Job Description
A rare opportunity to join a top-ranked employment law team specialising in advising senior executives on complex, high-value matters. This role offers intellectually stimulating work, a collaborative culture, and the chance to work with some of the most respected practitioners in the field.
  • Top-tier work: Handle high-profile, high-value matters for senior professionals.
  • Supportive culture: Work in a firm that values bravery, kindness, and inclusion.

About Our Client

This award-winning law firm is known for its deep expertise in employment law, intellectual property, and commercial matters. With over 700 professionals across multiple offices and a strong international presence, the firm supports a diverse client base from global brands to innovative start-ups. Its culture is built on bravery, kindness, and inclusion, creating an environment where people thrive and ideas flourish.

Job Description

The successful candidate will join a highly regarded Senior Executive group within the wider Employment team. This specialist team advises high-earning individuals, CEOs, founders, board members, LLP members, and shareholders on all aspects of their careers, from entry to exit.

You will work closely with partners on a mix of contentious and non-contentious matters, including:

  • Discrimination, whistleblowing, and bonus disputes (Employment Tribunal and High Court)
  • Complex contractual exits and settlement negotiations
  • Reputation management and regulatory considerations
  • Advising on equity arrangements and founder/shareholder rights



The Successful Applicant

You'll be a qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with:

  • 3-6 PQE
  • Strong technical knowledge of employment law (e.g. unfair dismissal, discrimination)
  • Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills
  • A proactive, commercial, and client-focused mindset
  • A genuine interest in advising individuals at senior levels
  • A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for learning and development



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
  • A clear path for career progression
  • A collaborative, inclusive, and values-driven culture
  • Exposure to high-profile clients and complex legal issues
Contact
Charlie Ricks
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6869560
Phone number
+442072691749

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Employment / Pensions / Immigration
Sector
Business Services
Location
City of London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Charlie Ricks
Consultant phone
+442072691749
Job reference
JN-102025-6869560