Senior Employment Associate - Cross-Border, London

Bird & Bird LLP; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a senior level Associate to join their award-winning Employment team in London. The role involves high-profile employment litigation and strategic advisory work, offering exceptional exposure to market-leading clients and the opportunity to develop a strong professional reputation. This position is ideal for candidates coming from an international law firm with a proven track record in sophisticated employment matters.

Qualifications

• Experience handling complex employment matters in a comparable environment.
• Familiarity with restrictive covenants and employee competition issues.
• Desire to work for an international firm.

Responsibilities

• Manage sophisticated Employment Tribunal and High Court litigation.
• Provide strategic advice on critical employment issues.
• Coordinate complex cross-border projects and large-scale restructurings.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Technical legal knowledge

Client handling skills

Legal drafting skills

Education

Excellent academic achievement

Solid legal training in a City firm

Job description

A leading international law firm is seeking a senior level Associate to join their award-winning Employment team in London. The role involves high-profile employment litigation and strategic advisory work, offering exceptional exposure to market-leading clients and the opportunity to develop a strong professional reputation. This position is ideal for candidates coming from an international law firm with a proven track record in sophisticated employment matters.