Senior Associate - Employment in London

At Cripps, we work with ambitious organisations and individuals to deliver clear, commercially focused legal advice. Our Employment team partners with businesses across a wide range of sectors, supporting them with everything from complex workplace disputes and strategic projects to day-to-day employment advisory work.We are looking for a Senior Associate to join our growing Employment practice. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced employment lawyer who enjoys combining high-quality legal work with meaningful client relationships and business development.The RoleAs a Senior Associate, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional legal advice while helping to strengthen and grow client relationships. You will work closely with partners and colleagues across the firm, managing your own matters and supporting the development of junior team members.Your work will include advising clients on a broad range of employment law matters, contributing to client strategy, and supporting the team’s continued growth through client engagement and business development activity.Key responsibilities will include:Delivering high-quality employment law advice to a diverse client baseBuilding trusted relationships with clients, developing a strong understanding of their businesses and commercial prioritiesManaging matters independently while keeping clients informed on progress, outcomes and costsSupervising and supporting trainee solicitors and junior lawyersContributing to client pitches, proposals and thought leadershipPlaying an active role in business development, including networking, events and articlesSupporting the firm’s commitment to excellent client service, risk management and professional standardsManaging matters efficiently, including time recording, billing and fee recoveryAbout YouWe’re looking for a commercially minded employment lawyer who enjoys working collaboratively and building strong client relationships.You will likely have:Experience gained at a large regional or medium to large London law firmStrong experience advising on employment law matters for employersConfidence managing complex matters while maintaining a strategic view of client objectivesExperience supervising or mentoring junior lawyers or traineesA strong track record of delivering work against commercial and financial targetsExcellent drafting, communication and presentation skillsA proactive approach to business development and client relationship managementYou will also be:Organised, adaptable and comfortable working to deadlinesA strong team player with an inclusive and collaborative approachMotivated to build your personal profile and contribute to the success of the wider teamQualificationsQualified solicitor in England & Wales with a current practising certificateLegal degree (2:1 or above) or non-law degree followed by GDL/LPCTraining contract completed at a large regional or medium to large firmWhy Join Cripps?At Cripps, we are known for combining technical excellence with a genuinely collaborative culture. Our Employment team works closely with businesses to provide practical, strategic advice that helps them navigate complex workplace challenges.You’ll be joining a firm where:People are supported to grow and develop their careersCollaboration and client relationships are genuinely valuedLawyers are encouraged to build their profile in the marketJobFamilySolicitor Fee EarnerPayTypeSalary