Senior Associate

THE FIRM

We are an international firm providing legal, corporate and fiduciary services to the global financial services community. Fluent in multiple jurisdictions and with offices across geographies and time zones, we combine deep expertise with a determination to give our clients the best.

Walkers treat everyone as the intelligent grown-ups they are. We take a grown-up approach to getting the job done – trusting and empowering our people to deliver consistently and enabling them to succeed. Diversity is our secret weapon – it is the sheer breadth of Walkers people that makes us who we are – gathered from across the globe and fluent in languages, jurisdictions and cultures that help us to mirror our clients and keep our own thinking in tune with the world we operate in.

THE ROLE

Walkers are currently seeking an ambitious and enthusiastic lawyer to join its dynamic and experienced Employment team. The ideal candidate will have domestic and international experience, advising on a broad range of employment law matters. Your work will be high quality, interesting and challenging.  You will be given the opportunity to work on a broad range of matters representing clients located in Ireland as well as globally and have a diverse range of responsibilities including advising on the following:

• Executive employment contracts
• Employee Handbooks
• Financial Services Regulations relating to Employees
• Whistleblowing/Protected Disclosures Legislation
• Disputes – WRC, Labour Court and High Court
• TUPE and Outsourcing
• Mediation
• Compromise Agreements
• Employment Due Diligence
• Advise on Bullying and Harassment Investigations
• Bonus Policies and Employee Incentives

This is an excellent opportunity to work in an internationally-focused, professional organisation which places huge emphasis on continuous professional development, mentoring and career development within a collegiate team-based environment.

THE PERSON

We are seeking a qualified and experience lawyer with employment law experience in a recognised practice. We are open to hearing from those current practicing in Ireland or those interested in returning or relocating to Ireland. Additionally, we are looking for candidates who can demonstrate the following:

• strong academic credentials;
• excellent analytical, technical and drafting skills;
• a high level of commercial and business awareness;
• a calm and measured approach to problem solving;
• ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• excellent communication skills; and
• a proven track record in managing competing priorities and deadlines.