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Associate in Employment - Newcastle

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Eversheds Sutherland

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
  • Newcastle

AI generated summary

  • You need strong organization, ability to work independently, experience with national teams and international stakeholders, training skills, excellent IT skills, and a commitment to quality service.
  • You will manage complex employment projects, advise clients on high-profile cases, supervise junior team members, and handle multiple transactions across various sectors.

Requirements

  • Strong organisation skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently at times with little supervision.
  • Experience of working in a national team of lawyers.
  • Experience of managing international stakeholders and supplier relationships
  • Responsive to change and can innovate to accommodate clients’ needs and provide commercial solutions to maximise value for the client.
  • Training skills with design and delivery of bespoke and public training material.
  • Excellent IT Skills to deliver innovative advice solutions.
  • A commitment of delivering quality service is essential, as is the ability to handle the demands of a heavy workload

Responsibilities

  • We are looking to expand the team and have an opportunity for a lawyer with 4 - 8 PQE who would be interested in being part of an energetic team of specialist Employment solicitors within a challenging and rewarding area of law.
  • Team members carry out leading work for major organisations making the law as well as advising on it. The resources of an international firm allow all of our lawyers to produce ther best work and use their imagination as well as legal skills to provide a great service to our clients.
  • Ideally candidates will have the ability to deal with the competing demands of clients which arise from involvement in a number of separate transactions at once and have the ability to work flexibly to tight deadlines as well the ability to demonstrate the delivery of excellent client care, including advising clients on high profile cases.
  • You will work directly with the Partners and wider team to manage complex projects, as well as dealing with employment cases across a number of sectors including: technology, retail, industrials, financial services and utilities.
  • You will supervise as appropriate more junior members of the team.

FAQs

What is the location of this job position?

The job position is based in Newcastle, UK.

What practice group is this role part of?

This role is part of the Employment, Labor and Pensions Group.

What is the experience level required for this position?

The position is suitable for candidates with 4 to 8 years of Post-Qualified Experience (PQE).

What type of work will I be involved in as an Associate in Employment?

You will work on a variety of matters including regional to international cases across several sectors, including technology, retail, industrials, financial services, and utilities.

Will I be required to supervise junior members of the team?

Yes, you will supervise junior members of the team as appropriate.

What skills are necessary for a successful candidate?

Necessary skills include strong organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to work independently, experience managing international stakeholders, responsive to change, training skills, excellent IT skills, and a commitment to delivering quality service.

What kind of clients will I be working with?

You will work with major organizations and some of the world’s largest employers on complex employment matters, including high-profile cases.

Does the firm support flexible working arrangements?

Yes, Eversheds Sutherland supports flexible ways of working through their remote working policy and commitment to hybrid working models.

What benefits are offered to employees at Eversheds Sutherland?

Benefits include support for health and performance, flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, diversity and inclusion initiatives, pro bono work opportunities, and retirement planning.

Is there an opportunity for career advancement in this role?

Yes, Eversheds Sutherland provides a platform for career development through structured training, mentoring, and international exposure.

How does Eversheds Sutherland support employees' health?

The firm offers dental, healthcare, and wellness support as part of their commitment to employee health.

Eversheds Sutherland

Helping our clients, our people and our communities to thrive

Law
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

A pioneering global law practice, we provide high quality legal advice and innovation worldwide. We deliver high quality, innovative solutions to complex business issues for a range of diverse range of clients. Our global teams operate seamlessly to deliver the commercial know-how and strategic alignment that clients need from their advisers to help further their business interests. We shape our advice to the unique circumstances and challenges of each project, and ensure the right people are in the right places to offer insight and certainty every time – from the day-to-day to the most complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions. What unites us is our commitment to service excellence through a people-focused approach. We know our clients’ businesses, the industries and markets they operate in, and most of all, we understand that great relationships yield the best outcomes.