Employment Solicitor

Company: Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
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Location: London
Job Description:

Douglas Scott are working with an international law firm in their search for an Employment Associate (2-6 PQE) to join their highly regarded Employment team in London.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a globally recognised practice advising a diverse client base on high-profile, complex and often cross-border employment matters. The successful candidate will work alongside leading employment lawyers within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

The Team:

The Employment team is one of the largest and most internationally connected practices in the market, advising clients ranging from innovative start-ups to multinational businesses across sectors including Financial Services, Retail, FMCG, Media and Manufacturing.

The London team works closely with colleagues across the firm’s international network on multi-jurisdictional matters, offering excellent quality work and strong client exposure from day one.

The Role:

This is a broad employment role combining advisory and contentious work. You will advise on matters including:

  • Cross-border employment projects
  • Disciplinary and grievance issues
  • Restructures and redundancies
  • TUPE and changes to terms and conditions
  • Employment Tribunal litigation
  • Employment support on corporate transactions

The team continues to see significant growth, making this an exciting time to join a practice offering excellent progression opportunities and high levels of responsibility.

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Qualified solicitor with 2-6 years’ PQE
  • Strong employment law experience gained at a reputable law firm
  • Experience handling both contentious and non-contentious employment matters
  • Strong technical and commercial awareness
  • Confident managing client relationships and running matters
  • Excellent organisational and matter management skills
  • Collaborative and proactive approach
  • Interest in business development and growing client relationships

Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. To express your interest, apply online, or please contact:

Contact: Abigail McGinty | Senior Recruitment Consultant

Mobile: 07441473231

Email: abigail@douglas-scott.co.uk

Posted: May 23rd, 2026