EMPLOYMENT LAWYER 2-7 PQE

6 days ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom QC Legal Full time

EMPLOYMENT LAWYER 2-7 PQE (UK-Wide Opportunities)

2-7 Years PQE

Birmingham | Edinburgh | Glasgow | Leeds | London | Manchester

COMPANY OVERVIEW

A top-tier employment law firm, renowned for its Employment & Reward team, operates across Europe, the Gulf, Asia Pacific and Australia, advising FTSE blue-chip companies, financial institutions and multinationals.

A leader in employment law innovation, the firm tackles tribunal disputes, corporate transactions, restructuring and executive-level matters, shaping the future of workforce legal strategy.

This is a prime opportunity for Employment Lawyers (2-7 years PQE) to work on high-profile cases and grow within a leading global firm.

THE ROLE

As an Employment Lawyer, you will:

Advise top-tier clients on strategic employment law matters including workforce restructuring, employment litigation and compliance.

Manage complex employment tribunal claims including discrimination, whistleblowing and unfair dismissal cases.

Handle cross-border employment law issues, working with global clients on international mobility and workforce management.

Support M&A and outsourcing transactions, advising on employment due diligence and TUPE regulations.

Work on senior executive matters including boardroom disputes, executive terminations and restrictive covenants.

Advocate in High Court litigation, including high-value contract disputes and injunctions.

Contribute to strategic projects such as global change management, gender pay gap audits and reward philosophy initiatives.

Collaborate with international colleagues, providing employment law expertise across multiple jurisdictions.

REQUIREMENTS

To excel in this role, you should have:

2-7 years PQE in employment law within a reputable commercial practice.

Experience advising on employment tribunal litigation, restructuring and high-level workforce management.

Strong technical expertise in UK employment law, with exposure to international employment matters being advantageous.

Ability to handle high-value, complex disputes with a pragmatic, solutions-driven approach.

Excellent client advisory, drafting and negotiation skills.

A commercially aware mindset, understanding the evolving business needs of clients.

Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work on cross-office and multi-disciplinary projects.

WHAT'S ON OFFER FOR YOU

Generous, market-leading salary - recognising your skills and the value you bring.

Exceptional training & career development, with ongoing mentoring and tailored career progression.

Engage in high-profile global projects, working alongside top-tier legal professionals across international teams.

Take on early responsibility with direct client engagement, setting the stage for rapid career growth.

Be part of an inclusive and collaborative team, where diversity and innovation drive success.



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