Employment and Pensions
Employment Associate (1-3 PQE)
We are seeking an Associate (with approximately 1 to 3 years' post qualification experience) to work as part of a team of 12 associates and 3 trainees with the support of 2 PSLs, under the supervision of 4 partners. You will be responsible for managing your own caseload and acting for mainly employers and respondents but also some individuals and claimants. The role may include:
- Full range of tribunal litigation covering all aspects of employment law and, as appropriate according to candidate, opportunity for advocacy at preliminary hearings.
- Advising Human Resource Managers, In-house Counsel, Managing Directors and other senior personnel on a variety of employee relations issues.
- Drafting, reviewing and advising on HR policies, employment contracts and directors' service agreements.
- Acting for high net worth individuals to negotiate service agreements, team moves or termination arrangements.
- High Court proceedings relating to business protection for employer or employees.
- Corporate support – often acting as sole employment specialist (excluding pensions) in corporate transactions.
The following experience/skills are essential:
- Bright with strong technical ability.
- Good listening and written communication skills.
- Good commercial acumen and potential/proven business development skills.
- Performing a lead role in negotiations and transaction management.
- A high level of client contact and previous responsibility for client files.
A full job description is available on request.
The HR contact for this role is Liz Hornby.
How to apply
If you are interested in applying for either of these positions, please submit your CV together with a brief covering letter or email stating your interest in the position.