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Senior Associate in Employment

United Kingdom, Edinburgh Employment contract 65000.00 - 85000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 18, 2025
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The firm is seeking a Senior Associate with 4–8 years PQE to join their Employment team in Edinburgh. The successful candidate will manage complex tribunal litigation and provide non-contentious advice across sectors such as education, retail, financial services, and technology. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational skills, a proven ability to manage a heavy caseload, experience supervising junior colleagues, and a commercial, client-focused approach. The role suits a lawyer who thrives under pressure, communicates effectively with clients, and is confident in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Job Responsibility

  • manage complex tribunal litigation
  • provide non-contentious advice across sectors such as education, retail, financial services, and technology

Requirements

  • 4–8 years PQE
  • strong organisational skills
  • proven ability to manage a heavy caseload
  • experience supervising junior colleagues
  • commercial, client-focused approach

What we offer

  • structured training
  • mentoring
  • international exposure
  • hybrid and agile working policies
  • healthcare
  • dental
  • wellness programs
  • performance-based rewards
  • robust retirement planning options
  • opportunities for pro bono and community engagement
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