Senior Associate/Director - Employment
Senior Employment Associate / Director
Are you an experienced Employment Lawyer looking to join a team that values autonomy, responsibility and commercial input?
This role sits within a genuinely supportive and collegiate employment practice where lawyers are trusted to make decisions, develop client relationships and shape their own careers. You will be encouraged to progress long term and will gain meaningful leadership and management exposure within the team.
The practice is top tier ranked in both Chambers and Legal 500 and advises a high‑quality national and international client base. The work is varied and intellectually engaging, spanning complex employment, HR and business immigration matters for private and listed companies across a broad range of sectors, including manufacturing, food and drink, technology, sport, retail, healthcare and education.
Recent work has included advising on diversity and inclusion initiatives, senior recruitment and workforce disputes including industrial action and union negotiations, supporting businesses through significant strike action and its operational impact, and acting for professional sports organisations on senior appointments, employment litigation and executive exits.
The team acts for a diverse mix of household name brands, global corporates and high‑profile organisations in the UK and internationally.
The ideal candidate will be at least 5 years PQE and looking to take the next step at a leading full‑service firm based outside London, where decisions are made locally and career progression is driven by the people you work with day to day.
The firm has a strong focus on sustainable careers and actively supports long‑term development, progression and flexibility. Applications are welcomed from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements, including part‑time options.
Why join this firm
This is a people‑focused firm that recognises a role is about more than just the work. Lawyers are supported to grow their careers without having to fit a rigid mould, with a genuine commitment to work life balance and an inclusive culture.
What's on offer
- Hybrid working with flexibility around individual preferences
- A minimum of 25 days' annual leave, increasing with service, plus the option to buy or sell additional days
- An annual bonus scheme recognising outstanding contribution, with the potential for a significant bonus depending on performance
- A paid sabbatical scheme allowing you to accrue extended paid time away over a multi‑year period
- Workplace pension with employer contributions
- Life assurance at a multiple of annual salary
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