Employment Law - Senior Associate - #1711733

Job Title: Senior Associate - Employment Law

Description

We are hiring for our client, a leading international law firm with an exceptional reputation and a dynamic Employment Law team. This Senior Associate - Employment Law role is a permanent opportunity based in either Glasgow or Edinburgh, offering strong career progression, support from top-tier legal professionals, and a high-calibre client base.

With a flexible PQE requirement (ideally 2-5 years), this role suits an ambitious Employment Solicitor ready to step into a more senior position and contribute to a market-leading team that works across both contentious and non-contentious matters.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job

1. Flexible on PQE - ideal for Employment Solicitors around 2-5 years' qualified


2. Well-respected, high-performing Employment Law team


3. Opportunity for real progression within a global firm

The Role

• Advise employer clients on a full range of employment matters, both contentious and advisory


• Represent clients in Employment Tribunal and High Court proceedings


• Draft employment contracts, policies, and settlement agreements


• Deliver client training and support business development initiatives


• Collaborate with colleagues across departments and jurisdictions

The Person

• Qualified Solicitor in Scotland with ideally 2-5 years' PQE in Employment Law


• Experience handling both contentious and non-contentious employment matters


• Strong technical and drafting skills, with a commercial and pragmatic approach


• Confident in client engagement and relationship building


• A team player with a collaborative mindset and desire to grow

The Reward

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience


• Genuine long-term career development prospects


• Access to a wide network of international legal experts


• Flexible working arrangements


• Culture of support, collaboration, and innovation