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Employment Associate 5+ PQE

City of London Permanent View Job Description
We are seeking an Employment Associate with 5+ years' PQE to join a market-leading employment team. This role offers exposure to a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters for UK and international clients, with direct client contact and opportunities for career progression.
  • Exposure to diverse sectors including transport, healthcare, and media.
  • Work on high-quality employment matters for UK and international clients.

About Our Client

Our client is a global law firm with a strong reputation for dispute resolution and advisory services. With offices across the UK and internationally, they provide specialist legal services to major industry sectors including transport, insurance, healthcare, and professional services. The firm values innovation, diversity, and professional development, offering flexible working arrangements and a collaborative culture.

Job Description

  • Advise employer clients on a wide range of employment law issues.
  • Manage Employment Tribunal litigation, including drafting pleadings and preparing cases for hearing.
  • Assist with complex advisory work including discrimination, TUPE, and reorganisations.
  • Draft contracts, settlement agreements, and employment documentation.
  • Provide clear, practical, and commercially focused advice to clients.
  • Support business development initiatives within the Employment team.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Employment Associate should have:

  • Qualified solicitor with 5+ years' PQE in employment law.
  • Strong experience in contentious matters; advocacy experience desirable.
  • Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines.
  • Proactive, team-focused approach with strong client-handling skills.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work within a large and reputable organisation in London.
  • Permanent employment in the professional services industry.
  • Engaging and collaborative work culture.



This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Employment Associate to develop their career in a supportive and professional environment. Apply now to take the next step in your legal career.

Contact
Charlie Ricks
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6914527
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-012026-6914527