At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead high-profile employment litigation and advise senior professionals on complex cases.
- Company: Premier Legal 500-ranked employment law boutique in Canary Wharf.
- Benefits: Highly competitive salary, merit-based bonuses, and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: Opportunity to mentor junior lawyers and shape case strategies.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team making landmark victories in employment law.
- Qualifications: 5 years PQE as an Employment Solicitor or Barrister with strong advocacy skills.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Location: Canary Wharf, London (Office-based with core flexible arrangements)
Salary: Highly Competitive Base, Transparent, Merit-Based Bonus
The Practice
Redwing Recruitment has been exclusively retained by a premier, Legal 500-ranked niche employment law boutique based in Canary Wharf. Unlike full service City firms where employment acts as a supporting department, here, high-value 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, high-caliber caseload. The workload is heavily weighted toward high-value claimant-side litigation for senior executives, directors, and high-net-worth professionals across the financial, legal, and tech sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Contentious Litigation: Originating, managing, and leading complex Employment Tribunal and High Court claims. The workload consists largely of 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.
- Strategic Advocacy: Acting as a trusted advisor to clients navigating career-threatening crises, requiring sharp commercial judgment and tactical litigation strategy.
- Mentor & Fee-Earning Leadership: Working directly alongside Legal 500 'Leading Partners' to mentor junior fee-earners, 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 performance.
Location: Operating from a Canary Wharf hub to facilitate immediate case-strategy and team collaboration.
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 the Redwing legal team directly.
Employment Solicitor employer: Redwing Recruitment Limited
As a premier employment law boutique located in the vibrant Canary Wharf, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that prioritises meritocracy and professional growth. Our employees benefit from a highly competitive salary structure, transparent bonus schemes, and the opportunity to work alongside leading legal minds in high-stakes litigation, all while enjoying the flexibility of core working arrangements. Join us to be part of a team that not only champions landmark victories but also invests in your career development and well-being.
Contact Details:
Redwing Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
