Employment Senior Associate 5 PQE

Senior Employment Associate – Guildford (Flexible / Hybrid Working) Top Tier Employment Practice | 5 PQE | Leading South East Firm Are you an experienced employment lawyer looking for top-quality work without the demands of the City? Join a Tier 1 ranked employment team in the South East, working on high-value and complex matters for household-name clients – all while enjoying a collaborative and flexible working culture. A leading Guildford-based law firm is looking to appoint a talented Senior Associate (5 PQE) into its award-winning Employment, Pensions and Immigration team. The role offers a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious work, with a strong focus on employer-side advisory, transactional support and executive exits. The Opportunity Advise a wide range of commercial clients on all aspects of employment law, including restructuring, disputes, contracts, TUPE, and HR advisory Provide strategic employment support on corporate transactions and business immigration matters (if experienced) Support and lead on high-value litigation and tribunal claims Collaborate across teams including immigration, pensions, and corporate Work closely with approachable and widely recognised leaders in the field Enjoy excellent training, career progression, and business development support Flexible hybrid model – typically 2–3 days in the Guildford office, with part-time options also considered What We’re Looking For 5–7 PQE employment lawyer with experience from a leading City, national or regional firm Strong experience advising employers on both contentious and non-contentious matters Experience handling senior executive terminations and settlement agreements Commercially astute with the ability to build long-term client relationships Excellent technical skills, attention to detail, and an appetite for business development A team player who thrives in a collaborative and friendly environment Desirable (Not Essential) Exposure to TUPE, business immigration, regulatory issues in financial services, or pensions matters Why Join? Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including travel allowance, enhanced parental leave, and private medical insurance Flexible working policy and supportive culture A firm committed to long-term career growth and partnership pathways Regular socials and a collegiate working environment A reputation for excellence – top ranked in Chambers UK and Legal 500, with recent recognition in The Times Best Law Firms and multiple industry awards If you're ready to take the next step in your employment law career with a high-quality, people-focused firm – we’d love to hear from you.

Location: Guildford, UK, GB

Posted Date: 7/14/2025