About the Role
A company backed by a leading global hedge fund is seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer to join its London office. This is a high-profile position requires a lawyer who combines deep technical expertise with strong commercial judgment.
The Senior Counsel, Employment will serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, delivering pragmatic, business-oriented solutions that enable growth while mitigating legal risk. The role involves advising on complex, multi-jurisdictional employment issues, structuring innovative compensation arrangements, and managing sensitive matters in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
Key Responsibilities
*Provide expert advice on UK and US employment law, covering both contentious and non-contentious matters.
*Lead and manage contentious employment issues, including disputes, litigation strategy, and regulatory investigations.
*Draft, review, and negotiate employment agreements, incentive plans, and compensation structures for front-office and technology professionals.
*Advise on cross-border employment considerations, ensuring compliance with global regulatory frameworks.
*Act as a trusted partner on workforce-related aspects of transactions, including team acquisitions and senior hires.
*Collaborate with leadership on risk management, governance, and employment-related regulatory obligations.
Required Qualifications
*UK-qualified solicitor (England & Wales).
*7+ years PQE, ideally trained at a leading law firm and/or in-house within financial services.
*Strong technical expertise in employment law, with experience handling complex, multi-jurisdictional matters.
*Familiarity with US employment law.
*Proven track record managing contentious employment disputes and advising on litigation risk.
*Demonstrated ability to provide commercially pragmatic advice in high-pressure environments.
*Exposure to hedge funds, trading firms, or investment banks preferred.
*Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.