Job Description

Join a highly ranked and collaborative Employment, Pensions & Immigration team, consistently recognised for excellence and supporting a diverse, high-profile employer client base. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Senior Associate to lead on complex employment matters within a supportive and award-winning firm.

Key Responsibilities

Advise on the full spectrum of employment law: restructures, redundancy, disciplinaries, grievances, and senior departures Support M&A, joint ventures, and outsourcing with pragmatic employment law advice Draft and negotiate employment documentation, including contracts, policies, and settlement agreements Represent clients in tribunals, court proceedings, and mediation Advise directors and senior individuals on exit arrangements and post-termination obligations Collaborate with pensions and immigration specialists on cross-disciplinary matters Participate in business development, marketing, and client seminars Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to team leadership
About You

Minimum 5 years' PQE (exceptional candidates above/below considered) Strong track record advising employers on a broad range of HR and employment law matters Experience in employment litigation, dispute resolution, and tribunal advocacy Skilled in advising senior executives on exits and settlement agreements Familiarity with employment support for M&A and corporate transactions Excellent drafting, technical, and commercial skills Strong communication, responsiveness, and client relationship management Interest in business development Strong academic background and commitment to service excellence
Desirable (not essential):

TUPE advice and drafting Knowledge of agency worker regulations Exposure to business immigration and right to work compliance Familiarity with pensions or regulatory employment matters in financial services
Benefits & Flexible Working

Hybrid working (2-3 days in office); part-time options available Comprehensive benefits package Inclusive, supportive culture recognised in The Times Best Law Firms 2024 Recent accolades: Shortlisted - Women, Influence & Power in Law UK 2024; Highly Commended - Legal Business & SLS Legal Awards 2023; Shortlisted - British Legal Awards & The Lawyer Awards 2023; RICS SKA Silver Certification and Fitwel 2 Star Accreditation
About Goldfinch & Partners

Goldfinch & Partners is a specialist legal recruitment agency dedicated to connecting outstanding legal professionals with leading law firms. Our consultants are experts in the legal market and work closely with candidates to ensure the right fit for both individual ambitions and client needs.

We are proud to act as the exclusive recruitment partner for this opportunity. If you are a driven and experienced employment lawyer seeking your next senior move, we invite you to contact Goldfinch & Partners in confidence to discuss this role further or to submit your CV.

Goldfinch & Partners - Elevating Legal Careers

Connecting exceptional people with exceptional opportunities

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 78,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Guildford GU2 7QH