Employment - Equal Pay and Transparency - Senior Associate

Employment Lawyer | Senior Associate | Equal Pay & Pay Transparency | Leading Global Firm | Birmingham | Hybrid Working Available A leading global law firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its specialist Employment team in Birmingham, focusing on Equal Pay and Pay Equity/Transparency. This is a permanent opportunity with flexible hybrid working options available. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a market-leading practice at the forefront of evolving legislation in this area, particularly in light of the European Pay Transparency Directive (EPTD). The Role This is a key strategic hire within the firm's national Employment Group, advising global and UK clients on complex and high-value pay equity matters, including: Non-contentious advisory work on equal pay audits and grievances High-profile and high-stakes equal pay litigation, including class actions Multi-jurisdictional pay equity projects and EPTD compliance Broader discrimination and diversity-related advisory matters Working with clients across sectors including retail, financial services, education, healthcare, technology, government, and utilities You will work closely with Partners and senior stakeholders and play a key role in managing client relationships, project delivery and mentoring junior colleagues. The Candidate Qualified solicitor with 4-8 years' PQE in employment law Ideally has experience in equal pay, pay transparency, or complex employment litigation Able to manage multiple client matters, often across jurisdictions Confident working directly with major clients and handling sensitive, high-value disputes Strong analytical, drafting, and project management skills Passionate about fairness, transparency, and evolving workplace standards A team player who thrives in a collaborative, high-performing national team What's on Offer? A genuine opportunity to develop a specialism in equal pay and pay equity National and international exposure on cutting-edge legal issues Collaborative working culture and supportive senior leadership Hybrid working and a modern central Birmingham office Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including: Private medical and dental insurance Enhanced pension and life assurance Wellbeing and mental health support Generous leave policies Career development support with mentoring and structured training Inclusive firm culture with a strong commitment to diversity and flexible working About the Firm This leading global law firm has over 5,000 people across more than 30 countries. Known for its strong values, collaborative culture, and commitment to innovation, the firm is widely recognised for its work across employment, compliance, and diversity-related legal matters. The Employment team is Chambers and Legal 500 Band 1 ranked and handles over 1,000 tribunal claims annually, as well as major global projects. Apply Now For more information or to apply in confidence, please submit your CV along with a brief cover note outlining your interest in this specialist area of employment law.