Senior Associate Employment Solicitor in City of London

Are you an experienced Employment law Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career? This is an excellent opportunity for a confident solicitor who enjoys building strong client relationships, handling complex employment matters, and contributing strategically to a dynamic legal practice.

Fox & Partners is a specialist employment and partnership law firm based in the City of London acting for employers/firms and employees/partners in high value and high profile work. The firm has a strong reputation for handling high-profile and sensitive disputes involving employers, employees, directors, shareholders, and partners. Known for its expertise in areas such as team moves, whistleblowing, discrimination, and partnership dissolutions, it serves clients in financial and professional services sectors. Recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers UK as a leading firm for employment and partnership law, Fox & Partners provides expert guidance to both organisations and individuals, offering valuable insight into the strategies and perspectives of all parties. The firm is committed to delivering exceptional service with a focus on client needs.

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Senior Associate at Fox & Partners. The role involves providing expert legal advice and representation to clients on employment and partnership matters. Key responsibilities include managing high-profile and complex cases, conducting negotiations, and advising on primarily contentious disputes. Collaboration with colleagues, attending court proceedings, and liaising with clients will form an integral part of the role. Remote work flexibility is available for part of the role. There is a chance to lead whilst also working with sophisticated clients. There are also good opportunities to become recognised in very competitive fields. You will play an active role in business development, mentoring junior team members, and helping to grow the department’s profile.

Qualifications

• 5+ PQE gained in a Top Tier Employment or Partnership Law firm.
• Strong skills in litigation, negotiation, and alternative dispute resolution, with experience managing high-profile, complex cases.
• Excellent communication, analytical thinking, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and maintain client confidentiality.
• Understanding of financial and professional services sectors, with prior experience in these industries being an advantage.
• Qualified solicitor with a strong academic background; additional certifications or recognition in employment or partnership law are a plus.
• Experience of all dispute resolution forums an advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Hybrid and flexible working options.
• High-quality client work.
• Clear progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative culture.
• Ongoing professional development.

If you are an ambitious Employment Law Solicitor looking to join a forward-thinking firm with a fantastic reputation, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and covering letter to ffitzgerald@foxlawyers.com or contact us confidentially for further information.