Employment Lawyer (3-6 PQE) - iGlobal Law

Lawyer (3-6 PQE) – iGlobal Law – 12 Months FTC

iGlobal Law are recruiting a 3-6 PQE Employment Lawyer to join the team covering a 12-month maternity leave, though there is potential for this to result in a longer-term contract or permanent position in future.

iGlobal is the international arm of Wedlake Bell\’s Employment Team, specialising in international employment law worldwide. We act for global companies ranging in turnover from $100m to $17bn, headquartered in the US, EMEA and APAC regions, providing a single point of contact for labour law advice worldwide. The team are a close-knit team of five, with partner counsels across the globe providing comprehensive expertise with an attractive pricing model for our clients.

As a Lawyer in iGlobal, you will be part of the iG team, which sits within WB\’s London office. You will work closely with the iG team, Wedlake Bell\’s employment team lawyers, and specialist local counsel to deliver commercial advice on international employment law. You will advise and support global companies on matters throughout the employment lifecycle, either as part of multi-jurisdictional cross-border projects or specific to a single jurisdiction. You will work closely with senior client HR teams and General Counsel. iGlobal has advised in over 80 countries worldwide, including the UK. No two days will be the same.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a 3-6 PQE Lawyer with a strong interest in international employment work, to join a thriving and varied international employment practice, and you will have a real opportunity to develop your expertise and advance your professional development.

Find out more about iGlobal here.

Examples of Recent Work

• Advising a Spanish client on the employment law aspects of an acquisition of a UK division of a leading British aerospace company;
• Advising across 16 jurisdictions on the employee TUPE integration of two business divisions acquired from NASDAQ, working alongside a top US law firm who were corporate lead;
• Advising on the global sales commission plan of a multinational covering: Australia, China, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, UK;
• Advising on numerous executive and non-executive employment terminations worldwide;
• Advice relating to the right to retain bonuses : Argentina, Australia, Brazil, China, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Singapore and UK;
• Advising on employee consent to commission plan changes in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland and UAE;
• Advising clients establishing employment operations in new countries including, recently Belgium, Spain, Israel, Democratic Republic of Congo and South Africa;
• Advising on a re-structuring and redundancy programme for operations in France, Germany, Spain, Israel and the UK;
• Advising a global employer on its global social media policy, ensuring compliance worldwide; and
• Advising a business services client on TUPE rules in Austria, Gibraltar, Greece, Netherlands, Portugal and Spain and Uruguay.

About Wedlake Bell

Located in the heart of the City of London, Wedlake Bell is a Top 100 law firm offering full services across Private Client, Real Estate, Business Services, and Disputes. The firm has 81 Partners and a total headcount of around 400. We have grown year-on-year, attributed to the continual success of our legal teams, and the dedication of our staff members.

Our culture is widely-recognised as one of the best in City law, built on trust, collaboration, and mutual respect. Joining us, you will be part of a firm which supports work/life balance, personal development, and building strong connections. With regular cross-firm socials and events (including our renowned yearly ski trip!), you will quickly feel like part of the Wedlake Bell team!

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering clear and high-quality legal and commercial advice on a range of international employment and labour law matters;
• Acting as a day-to-day contact for advising clients on ongoing or new matters; and
• Contributing to the development of the practice by promoting iGlobal and our work, both to existing and potential clients.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• A background in a well-regarded Employment practice, ideally with prior experience advising clients on employment and labour law matters across the UK/EU/other relevant international legal jurisdictions;
• A demonstrable interest in international employment work;
• Be a qualified solicitor (3-6 PQE) in E&W or similar legal jurisdiction (Aus / NZ / SA / Canada / US qualified applications welcome);
• A relevant legal qualification – law degree, or legal post-graduate qualification in a related field;
• Languages – although almost all iG work is conducted in English, fluency in a foreign language would be beneficial;
• Excellent academic history;
• Strong commercial awareness;
• Strong communicator able to build relationships, internally and externally, at all levels;
• Strong client relationship and business development skills;
• Excellent organisational and file management skills; and
• A high level of professionalism and integrity.

Why Join Us?

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package;
• 25 days of paid holiday per annum, plus additional leave for significant life events;
• Option to purchase up to five additional days of holiday each year;
• Pension plan, Life Assurance, and Income Protection Scheme;
• Access to Private Medical and Dental Insurance from day one;
• Enhanced parental leave policies;
• Employee Assistance Programme with face-to-face counselling services;
• Variety of staff wellbeing initiatives including Pilates classes and subsidised gym memberships;
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression; and
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, where every individual is respected and valued. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of their background or personal circumstances.

If you are passionate about Employment law and are looking for a challenging yet rewarding career, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our successful team.