Employment Solicitor

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Organising Institution / Firm

Birchrose Associates (on behalf of an international law firm)

Rolling Basis (Official)

London Area, United Kingdom

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

UK qualified Solicitor with 2 – 6 PQE; strong contentious employment experience gained within a leading law firm or recognised employment practice.

Law Firm Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Contextual Overview

Birchrose Associates is recruiting an Employment Associate or Senior Associate for a leading international law firm in London, focusing primarily on complex employment litigation, strategic workforce matters, and corporate support.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• UK qualified Solicitor with 2 – 6 PQE.
• Strong contentious employment experience gained within a leading law firm or recognised employment practice.
• Experience handling complex Employment Tribunal litigation and sensitive employment disputes.
• Strong technical knowledge across employment law with excellent drafting and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Advising on complex Employment Tribunal litigation and other employment disputes.
• Handling discrimination, whistleblowing, and other sensitive employment claims.
• Advising on senior executive disputes, terminations, and contentious board-level matters.
• Advising on restrictive covenants, team moves, and post-termination issues.
• Supporting corporate transactions and business change projects from an employment perspective.
• Working alongside international colleagues on cross-border employment mandates.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Compensation: Competitive salary and bonus scheme with hybrid working arrangements.