Employment Partner

This Top 70 firm is breaking boundaries and redefining what success looks like in the legal industry. With a bold, entrepreneurial spirit, they consistently punch above their weight, handling work typically reserved for Magic and Silver Circle firms-and often find themselves sitting across the table from them.

Their London office, launched just a few years ago, has already skyrocketed into a £30 million powerhouse. This rapid growth is no accident; it's fuelled by a dynamic, forward-thinking approach that has attracted some of the industry's top talent. A string of high-profile partner hires have joined, drawn by the firm's refreshing culture, clear vision, and ambitious trajectory.

This firm's client base is as diverse as it is impressive, ranging from private individuals to SMEs and multinational companies. Their close-knit, collaborative client relationships showcase the vibrant, dynamic nature of the firm, where no two days-or clients-are the same.

At the heart of this firm's success is its unwavering commitment to career development. They are renowned for nurturing talent, with a growing number of homegrown leaders in key management positions, setting an inspiring example of what's possible within the firm.

What sets them apart is their entrepreneurial mindset and innovative approach to business development and client service. Free from the red tape and bureaucracy that often stifle progress at firms of similar size, this firm gives partners the freedom to thrive and the rewards to match. You're compensated based on your contributions and success, not outdated corporate hierarchies.

Work-life balance is a core value here. While they work hard, they also believe in living well. The firm actively supports its people in balancing a fulfilling career with personal life, creating an environment where employees are happy both inside and outside the office.

With an agile, cohesive leadership team united in their vision for the future, this firm has taken the London market by storm. Year on year, they continue to attract some of the biggest names in law, solidifying their place as one of the most exciting and innovative firms in the market today.

The firm

The firm are seeking to bring an Employment Partner into their City of London office.

• Employment is a core practice area for the firm. They have recently received an influx of new work and the department is very busy. You will join a buoyant department of five that deals with a broad palette of employment work across various industry sectors. The variety of work will make for an interesting role.
• You will deal with both claimant and respondent work, and both contentious and non-contentious.

• You will work with the other partners to drive forward the department, you will work on strategy, delivery and growth of the new division.

• The caseload will include but not be limited to; Employment contracts, workplace disputes, unfair dismissal, discrimination claims, redundancy, employee rights, disciplinary procedures, grievance handling, and compliance with labour laws.
• You will be at least 7 years PQE + in employment law (there is no upper limit in terms of experience)
• You should be entrepreneurial and be confident in your ability to develop and build new business.

This is an outstanding role for an Employment Partner to join the city office of a national top 70 law firm. Apply now for immediate consideration or feel free to give me a call for a confidential conversation.