Essential Skills & Experience
· Proven experience advising on the full spectrum of employment law matters, both contentious and non-contentious
· Strong track record managing Employment Tribunal litigation from inception to conclusion, including complex multi-day hearings
· Demonstrated ability to deliver pragmatic, business-focused advice to clients across a range of sectors, often under tight deadlines
· Experience supporting corporate teams on employment aspects of M&A, TUPE transfers, outsourcing, and restructures
· Confident in managing client relationships and acting as a trusted advisor on strategic employment issues, including senior exits and workforce change
· Skilled in drafting and negotiating employment documentation, including contracts, policies, and settlement agreements
· Familiarity with regulatory and compliance issues relevant to employment in regulated sectors (e.g. insurance, healthcare, or energy)
· Comfortable supervising junior team members, contributing to their development, and reviewing their work for quality and accuracy
· Commercial mindset with a willingness to engage in business development activities and contribute to the growth of the practice
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a clear, concise, and client-friendly style