At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex employment litigation and advise senior professionals on high-value settlements.
- Company: A top-tier employment law boutique with a strong market reputation.
- Benefits: Highly competitive salary, merit-based bonuses, and excellent career growth.
- Other info: Work in a vibrant Canary Wharf office with mentorship from leading partners.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in high-profile cases.
- Qualifications: 5+ years PQE as an Employment Solicitor or Barrister with strong advocacy skills.
Location: Canary Wharf, London (Office-based)
Salary: Highly Competitive Base + Transparent, Merit-Based Bonus + Benefits
The Practice: This is for a Legal 500-ranked niche employment law boutique based in London. At this firm, contentious litigation and executive advisory are the core business. With an exemplary market reputation for securing landmark victories, this practice is experiencing strong market growth.
As a Senior Associate, you will take immediate conduct of an active caseload. The workload has high-value claimant-side litigation for senior executives, directors, and high-net-worth professionals across the financial, legal, and tech sectors as well as a high volume element of lower value claims.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Contentious Litigation: Leading complex Employment Tribunal and High Court claims. This could be high-profile whistleblowing, discrimination cases, and complex dismissals.
- Executive Advisory & Negotiation: Advising senior professionals on complex exit packages, high-value settlement agreements, and enforcement or defence of restrictive covenants.
- Advocacy: Acting as a trusted advisor to clients navigating crises, requiring sharp commercial judgment and strategy.
- Mentor & Fee-Earning Leadership: Working directly alongside Legal 500 'Leading Partners' to mentor, manage case strategy, and drive the firm's top-tier market standing.
About You:
You are a trained and experienced Employment Solicitor or Barrister who thrives on strategic advocacy and dispute resolution.
Experience: 5+ years PQE with a proven track record within a respected Legal 500 boutique or recognised national employment practice.
Technical Skillset: Comprehensive experience handling complex claimant-side litigation, drafting pleadings, managing disclosure, and handling high-level executive advisory work.
Mindset: A poised, commanding communicator capable of guiding senior professionals through highly stressful career crises with authority, commercial acumen, and sharp legal instinct.
The Rewards:
Financial Performance: A highly competitive base salary paired with a transparent, meritocratic bonus scheme that directly rewards individual fee-generation and high performance.
Location: Working from a Canary Wharf office.
Strictly Confidential Enquiries: At Redwing Recruitment, we handle all senior legal placements with absolute discretion. To arrange an off-the-record discussion regarding the firm's profile, billable expectations, or specific hybrid flexibility, please contact Peter at Redwing.
Employment Solicitor in Bexley employer: Redwing Recruitment Limited
Join a prestigious Legal 500-ranked employment law boutique in the heart of Canary Wharf, where you will be part of a dynamic team known for its landmark victories and strong market growth. The firm offers a highly competitive salary, a transparent merit-based bonus structure, and a supportive work culture that prioritises mentorship and professional development, making it an excellent place for experienced solicitors to thrive and advance their careers.
Contact Details:
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