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Employment Associate

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Douglas Scott

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Location:
United Kingdom, Birmingham

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Category:
Legal

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Not provided

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Salary:

65000.00 - 85000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an Employment Associate to join a prestigious global law firm. The firm is looking to expand its renowned Employment & Reward Group based in Birmingham, and they are seeking talented lawyers with 2 to 7 years PQE to support their growing team.

Job Responsibility:

  • Advising on complex employment tribunal claims
  • senior executive/boardroom matters
  • cross-border issues
  • global mobility
  • high-value and High Court litigation
  • M&A and outsourcing-related work
  • strategic projects including gender pay gap audits, reward philosophy projects, and global change management exercises

Requirements:

  • At least 2 years of employment law experience within a commercial practice
  • Experience dealing with strategic employment law advice, complex tribunal claims, cross-border issues, and senior executive matters
  • Familiarity with high-value High Court litigation and an appetite for M&A and outsourcing work
  • A strong academic background and excellent technical legal skills
  • Strong commercial awareness and the ability to operate in a large international firm environment
  • Excellent communication and team-working skills, with a desire to contribute to the firm's growth and success
What we offer:
  • Market-leading training and career development programme
  • Early responsibility and opportunities to develop client relationships
  • Regular 121s, career discussions, and biannual appraisals
  • A collaborative and supportive working environment
  • Excellent long-term career development prospects

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 07, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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