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Employment Associate – Greater London

Employment Associate in Greater London. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.

Competitive

Compensation

Permanent

Term

Listed

The Role

  • Manage Employment Tribunal claims from strategy to resolution, including advocacy at preliminary hearings.

  • Advise HR Directors, General Counsel, and senior executives on complex employment and employee relations issues.

  • Provide strategic advice on workplace disputes, investigations, and employment-related risks.

  • Advise on senior executive appointments and departures, including negotiations and exit arrangements.

  • Handle matters involving restrictive covenants, team moves, and business interest protection.

  • Advise on employment aspects of domestic and international corporate transactions.

  • Support clients through business restructures, acquisitions, and organisational changes.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.

  • Identify opportunities to develop client relationships and contribute to practice growth.

About You

  • 2–4 years' PQE in employment law, ideally from a recognised commercial law firm.

  • Strong technical knowledge of employment law.

  • Experience in handling complex employment matters, both contentious and advisory.

  • Ability to manage matters independently and take ownership of client relationships.

  • Commercial awareness and sound legal judgement.

  • Confidence in advising senior stakeholders and business leaders.

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and client management skills.

  • Ability to work effectively in a demanding environment.

  • Entrepreneurial approach with interest in developing client relationships and generating new business.

What's on Offer

  • Exposure to complex, high-value employment disputes and advisory matters.

  • Involvement in significant domestic and cross-border corporate transactions.

  • Direct interaction with senior business leaders and decision-makers.

  • Early responsibility and opportunity to manage substantial matters.

  • An international platform with exposure to various industries and jurisdictions.

  • Opportunities to develop client relationships and contribute to practice growth.

  • A supportive environment focused on career development and progression.

Why This Role

This role offers a unique chance to advance your career within a highly regarded international law firm, providing exposure to sophisticated international work.

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Role Summary

Salary

Competitive

Type

Permanent

Market Spotlight — Greater London

The London market is extremely buoyant for talented associates. We are seeing a trend towards hybrid working models and increased base packages for retention.

Demand

High for experienced specialists

Discretion

100% Confidential

Why Austen Lloyd?

  • Completely confidential process
  • Direct relationships with firm partners
  • Specialist legal expertise since 2009
  • No obligation consultation

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