We wish to hire an Associate/Senior Associate with at least 3 – 6 years' post-qualification experience in Employment law. This is your opportunity to become an integral member of the Employment Group and to assist with a broad range of high profile and complex issues arising in the employment lifecycle across the UK and internationally for our clients ranging from start-ups to emerging multinationals and some of the biggest and best-known global brands in the world.
Tomorrow's legal solutions demand new skills. We embrace fresh perspectives and allow for you to build a new kind of legal career with a different kind of law firm.
Main duties and responsibilities
You will work with our global team to drive change, open new opportunities, and accelerate growth for both our clients and our people.
You will deliver exceptional results to clients by advising on:
- Global Restructuring Projects.
- Employee Relations.
- Issues around Discrimination and Whistleblowing.
- Termination of Employment.
- Data Protection.
- Outsourcing projects and corporate transactions.
- Handling claims in the Employment Tribunal, High Court, and County Court.
- Protection of Confidentiality and other business interests.
About You
We pride ourselves on having a collaborative environment and are looking for approachable but confident lawyers with strong potential. While we do not set upper or lower limits of PQE for any of our vacancies, candidates with at least 3 to 6 years' PQE are likely to have the right level of knowledge and experience needed for this role.
The successful candidate will be highly ambitious and enthusiastic, with a desire to progress their own career from the enviable platform that DLA Piper provides. They will have a background in Employment Law and possess excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail, alongside a real focus on teamwork.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be a qualified Solicitor;
- Be an employment law specialist with experience managing restructures.
- Have experience working across jurisdictions and advising international clients on multi-country projects.
- Have managed Employment Tribunal litigation up to and including hearings (Employment Tribunal advocacy is not required)
- Have one or more areas of special interest/expertise e.g., sector experience, NMW, worker status, discrimination, data privacy, industrial relations.
- Have delivered tailored client training.
- Recognise and seize opportunities for the firm, including repeat business.
- Build and develop own network of internal and external contacts.
- Be commercially astute and stays current on key legal and business news.
- Have excellent skills in communication, client relations, and team-working.
- Be aware of business development initiatives in the department and identifies ways to contribute.
- Maintain a controlled, objective, and flexible approach under pressure.
- Be proactive and innovative.
- Take responsibility for ensuring their continued learning and development in the role.
This Role Profile is not designed to be exhaustive and can be varied as required to develop or fulfil this role.
About us
We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.
At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.
We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.
Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.
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At DLA Piper, we aim to make meaningful progress and build an inclusive culture where anyone affected by disability, neurodiversity or a long-term health condition has an equitable and accessible chance of success. If you think you may need adjustments or additional support to enable you to participate in our recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment team and we will be happy to support you.
Agile Working
We recognise that people have responsibilities and interests outside of their career and that as a business, we all benefit from working flexibly. That’s why we are open to discussing with candidates the different ways in which we are able to support requests for agile working arrangements.
Pre-Engagement Screening
In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we will conduct pre-engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability, and references from previous employers.
Our hiring approach
Our hiring approach enables us to learn about the professional and person you are, and gives you the opportunity to learn about us. Your recruitment experience can differ depending on the type of role you are interviewing for. You will always meet your direct Line Manager for your role, as well as peers and close collaborators for the position. For some of our roles we may also use assessment tools, practical exercises, and panel presentations. Your Recruitment Business Partner will inform you of the recruitment process at the start of any recruitment process, but please let us know if you have any questions prior to making an application.
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