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HarKaye Core TalentLocation:

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26.08.2025Expiry Date:

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Employment PartnerLocation:

LondonContract:

Permanent, Full-timeThe OpportunityWe are working with a leading international law firm that is seeking an ambitious and commercially minded

Employment Partner

to join its London office. This is a senior appointment with a clear and transparent route to

Equity Partner , offering the platform to shape the future of a highly regarded practice.The firm is in an exciting phase of growth, with a strong focus on developing its employment practice across key industry sectors. The successful candidate will enjoy the benefit of substantial internal referral work from senior partners, while also having the freedom and support to grow their own client base.The PracticeThe employment team has a broad and sophisticated practice, advising employers on both contentious and non-contentious matters. Areas of expertise include:High-Value Disputes : High Court litigation involving breach of contract, restrictive covenants, bonus disputes, and team moves.Tribunal Work : Claims relating to dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing, equal pay, and other statutory rights.Financial Services and Regulatory : Advising institutions and senior executives on investigations, remuneration structures, whistleblowing, and the Senior Managers and Certification Regime.Executive Compensation : Structuring and advising on share schemes, deferred compensation, buy-outs, and incentive arrangements.Internal Investigations : Managing complex disciplinary, grievance, and compliance investigations.Restructuring and Transactions : Employment issues arising from reorganisations, IPOs, and corporate transactions.TUPE and Outsourcing : Advising on asset sales, outsourcing arrangements, and post-deal integration, including cross-border matters.Sector Focus : Recognised strengths across financial services, rail, retail, and hospitality, with the ability to co-ordinate advice on international employment issues.This depth and variety of work ensures a consistent flow of high-quality instructions and creates an excellent platform for further growth.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic leadership and vision for the Employment practice.Manage and expand client relationships, while developing new business opportunities.Deliver expert advice across the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious employment law.Collaborate with colleagues across corporate, commercial, and disputes teams to generate and manage referral work.Mentor and develop junior lawyers, promoting a culture of collaboration and excellence.Represent the practice externally through networking, business development, and thought leadership.About YouExperienced employment lawyer at Partner or Legal Director level, with a strong market profile.Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain client relationships.Ideally able to evidence a following, though the role will be supported by substantial internal referrals.Strong leadership qualities, with a track record of team development.Commercially minded, with the ability to combine technical expertise and strategic thinking.Ambitious, motivated, and looking for a clear path to

Equity Partner .Why This Role?A defined and achievable route to Equity Partner.The chance to lead and grow a nationally recognised employment practice.A strong flow of internal referral work, with the autonomy to grow your own practice.Competitive remuneration with performance-based incentives.A collaborative and ambitious culture that values long-term progression.This appointment is being managed exclusively by Harkaye Core Talent.If you are an ambitious Employment Partner — or a Legal Director ready to step up — we would love to hear from you.

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