An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Lawyer to join a top-tier US law firm in London as a Staff Attorney within its highly ranked Employment team.
Led by a Legal 500-recommended partner, the team advises on contentious and non-contentious employment law matters, senior exits, employee relations, executive compensation and regulatory remuneration as well as cross-border workforce issues. The work is sophisticated, strategic and international in scope.
The role:
This Staff Attorney role focuses on non-transactional, advisory and support work in employment law. It sits outside the traditional associate track, offering high-quality work without a 2,000-hour billable target.
- High-quality employment work within a top-ranked team
- Predominantly non-deal employment work
- Advisory support to partners and senior lawyers
- Approximately 25% of the role dedicated to pro bono work
- Genuine contribution to client work, BD and pro bono initiatives
- Preparing know-how, client updates and other materials
- Reduced pressure compared to associate track roles
- Supportive, partner-led environment with clear oversight
- High-quality work, without a 2,000-hour expectation
This role would particularly suit:
- E&W qualified employment lawyers of 1 PQE plus
- Someone currently in a PSL role seeking more client exposure or an Associate who is looking to step back slightly from fee-earning intensity without compromising on quality of work
You’ll need a solid grounding in general employment law, strong drafting skills and confidence operating in a client-facing, billable environment. Pro bono experience is helpful but not essential.
If you’re looking to maintain exposure to top-tier employment work this is a genuinely compelling alternative to the traditional associate pathway.
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