Senior Associate, Employment

  • Location
    City of London, London
  • Contract Type
    Permanent
  • Posted
  • Start Date
    2026-10-21
  • Industry
    Law firm
  • Salary
    GBP105000 - GBP115000 per annum
  • Expiry Date
    2026-09-15

Employment Senior Associate – 5-6 PQE

About the Firm

A leading full-service firm with a strong reputation in creative, technology, and media sectors. The firm combines deep sector knowledge with high-quality legal expertise, offering a collaborative, innovative environment with clear career progression opportunities.

The Role

This position sits within a top-tier Employment practice with exposure to a blend of contentious and non-contentious work. You will advise both employers and senior executives on complex employment matters, including contracts, terminations, settlement negotiations, reorganisations, TUPE, and restrictive covenants, as well as acting on high-value Employment Tribunal claims. The role also involves opportunities to contribute to business

development initiatives and to handle work for high-profile and diverse clients.

What They’re Looking For

  • A qualified employment lawyer with 5-6 years’ PQE
  • Strong experience across contentious and non-contentious employment matters
  • Excellent technical and drafting skills with commercial awareness
  • Ability to manage multiple, complex matters with autonomy and confidence
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a team-focused approach
  • Previous exposure to clients in creative sectors is advantageous

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded practice handling complex and high-profile matters. The role offers top of market remuneration, an attractive bonus scheme, and genuine prospects for progression.

Apply now to be considered, or email the job poster directly to arrange a confidential discussion if you would like further details before making an application.


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