Employment Senior Associate

1 day ago


London, UK, United Kingdom Bates Wells Part time

Employment Senior Associate


The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Associate to join our Employment team. The team is well known for delivering practical, outcome-focused solutions, with a market-leading reputation in the charity and not-for-profit sectors. In this role, you’ll manage complex cases, lead client relationships, oversee transactions, and mentor junior team members. You’ll also drive business development and contribute to the firm’s growth.


Key Responsibilities

  • Advise on the full range of employment law and HR issues for diverse clients, including charities, social enterprises, corporates, and senior executives.
  • Lead and manage cases, develop client relationships, and contribute to business development initiatives.
  • Supervise junior team members, delegating effectively and fostering a collaborative team environment.
  • Take a lead in the day-to-day running of transactions.


Manage both contentious and advisory matters, focusing on:

  • Discrimination complaints
  • Whistleblowing concerns
  • Grievance and disciplinary matters
  • TUPE and redundancy processes
  • Safeguarding employment issues
  • Employment status and volunteer matters


About You

  • UK-qualified lawyer with at least 5 years PQE.
  • Expertise in handling complex employment law matters, including advisory, transactional, and contentious work.
  • Strong client service, relationship-building, and business development skills.
  • Proven ability to supervise and manage cases and projects effectively.
  • Ambitious, proactive, and entrepreneurial, with a clear focus on progressing toward partnership.
  • Commercially astute and eager to contribute to the growth of the practice.


Why Join Us?

Impact-Driven Purpose: We align profit with social purpose to create lasting positive impact for our people, communities, and planet.

Committed to the Climate: Through our Climate Programme, we reduce environmental impact and drive a just transition to net zero.

Championing Inclusion: We foster a diverse, inclusive culture where creativity and innovation thrive.

Flexible and Hybrid Working: Our hybrid model supports balance, with part-time options and at least two office days weekly.

Progressive Benefits: We offer green pensions, IVF support, private healthcare, and more for your well-being and growth.


About Our Employment Team

Our Employment team is known for handling high-profile cases, including landmark UK and European decisions, and for our expertise in the charity and public sectors. We offer a unique perspective by representing both employers and employees, helping to manage risk and resolve disputes effectively. This is an opportunity to join a team committed to impactful work and delivering results that make a difference.


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