EMPLOYMENT SOLICITOR
We are currently working on an exciting opportunity for an individual above 5 years qualified to work on a full-time basis in the City. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate excellent academics and employment law experience gained ideally in a top 200 firm.
Experience including but not limited to the following:
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Employment tribunal claims statutory and contractual
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Workplace disputes, including grievances and disciplinary matters
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Company restructures, including contract changes and redundancies
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All issues arising from business transfers and service provision changes (TUPE)
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Expatriate employment arrangements, including secondments
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Discrimination and harassment under the Equality Act 2010 including sex, race and disability claims
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Data Subject Access Request (DSAR)
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Unfair and wrongful dismissal claims
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Whistle-blowing cases, including interim relief applications
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Advising on employee ill-health and stress at work
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Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements
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Advising on post-termination restrictions and protecting confidential information
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Dealing with claims for injunctive relief
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Terminating the employment of senior executives and directors
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Working time and atypical working arrangements
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Industrial relations advice
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GDPR issues in the workplace
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Drafting employment contracts, including mandated provisions under the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR) for FCA/PRA-regulated institutions
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Reviewing company policies and preparing staff handbooks
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Advice on benefits packages and rewards
The firm's clients range from start-ups to Fortune Global 500 organisations. They act for many international companies, including those from Asia. They are specialists in providing practical legal advice on transferring or seconding expatriates to the UK, identifying risks and producing compliant paperwork. Their advice can extend to providing bespoke documentation, including directors’ service agreements, consultancy agreements and employment contracts.
Their current team is expert in handling complex whistle-blowing claims, including interim relief applications and more common ones like discrimination and unfair dismissal. They also assist with enforcing restrictive covenants, through the courts if necessary.
It is more important than ever for businesses in the financial services sector to have legally compliant employment contracts and policies in place and to receive sound advice on the impact of SMCR on recruitment and references, disciplinary and performance procedures, and remuneration packages. Their team can guide clients through FCA and PRA regulations, working closely with our Commercial team in regulatory and compliance matters.
They provide comprehensive and strategic industrial relations advice for those of our clients who need to deal with staff trade unions.
Fantastic salary plus bonus & benefits are on offer along with modern offices, excellent back office support and a very impressive client base. Hybrid working.
For full details please contact Natalie Mayger at The Recruiter Specialists
