Managing Associate - Employment

92000 - 102000 per annum + Exceptional Benefits GlasgowPermanentManaging Associate - Employment (8+ PQE)Location: GlasgowFirm: Market-Leading Employment Practice |International FirmSalary: Lucrative Salary + Bonus + Excellent BenefitsThe Role This is a rare opportunity for a Managing Associate to join a top quality Employment practice in the heart of Glasgow, a team recognised for its depth of expertise, global reach and high-profile client base. Acting for multinational corporates, household names and fast-growth businesses, the group is trusted on some of the most complex and business-critical workplace matters in the market.You'll step into a position that goes beyond fee-earning, offering real leadership, visibility and influence. As a Managing Associate, you'll take ownership of complex matters, act as a senior point of contact for key clients and play a central role in shaping strategy on high-value, often cross-border mandates. Working closely with recognised Partners, you'll be embedded in the decision-making process while also helping to drive the continued growth and direction of the practice.This role also carries a strong people and leadership dimension. You'll support the development of junior lawyers, contribute to team management and play an active role in strengthening client relationships and business development initiatives.The culture is a genuine differentiator and renowned across their UK and international offices. It's a firm where collaboration, approachability and high performance coexist and where Managing Associates are given the platform, trust and autonomy to build their profile, deepen client relationships and take meaningful steps towards Partnership.The WorkAdvising employer clients on the full spectrum of employment law, both contentious and non-contentiousLeading on Employment Tribunal litigation, including discrimination, whistleblowing and high-value claimsHandling High Court matters, including restrictive covenant and team move disputesAdvising on TUPE, restructures, redundancies and large-scale workforce projectsSupporting on cross-border and multi-jurisdictional mandatesActing as a key contact for clients, delivering commercial, solutions-led adviceSupervising and mentoring junior lawyers within the teamContributing to business development and client growth initiativesYour ExperienceUK-qualified Solicitor (8+ PQE) with a strong background in Employment lawBroad experience across both advisory and contentious mattersConfident managing complex matters and leading client relationshipsExperience supervising or mentoring junior team membersCommercially minded with a proactive, solutions-focused approachStrong communication, drafting and analytical skillsInterest in business development and contributing to team growthWhy This Role?Join a highly regarded Employment team with a leading UK and international presenceWork alongside recognised leaders in the field on complex, high-profile mattersExposure to multinational clients and cross-border workReal autonomy and client ownership at Senior Associate levelClear and structured pathway to PartnershipCollaborative, supportive culture with a strong focus on people and developmentFlexible and hybrid working with genuine work-life balanceHighly competitive salary, bonus and comprehensive benefits packageIf you'd like to explore this opportunity further, please contact Tilly Scott on 0131 460 7747 or email tilly@jmc-legal.com for a confidential discussion.