Employment Advisory
Understanding employment obligations and recruiting, retaining and managing the right people, has never been more critical. Our clients come to us for strategic advice, including on board-level and risk management issues, as well as for day-to-day employment and HR-related support.
With over 200 employment lawyers in 26 countries across Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific and the U.S., we work in partnership with clients across all sectors to develop creative solutions to their workplace issues.
We advise on all types of employment advisory matters, including executive hiring and dismissals, complicated disciplinary and grievance matters, business restructures and consultation as well as issues concerning remuneration and compensation. We are at the forefront of industry debate and market practice and supplement our expertise with critical sector knowledge and regulatory overlay, to find the right solution.
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When there are more jurisdictions involved, there is a need for flexibility and adaptability, and Allen & Overy are good at this.
Chambers Global 2021, Employment
They're the gold-seal firm for us as they always do such a good job; they're organised, strategic, and they've always thought about every angle.
Chambers Europe 2021, Employment
They have some very impressive lawyers, which I would expect of them, but they really excel in the application of their knowledge to our industry.
Chambers Global 2020, Employment
They have practical, up-to-the-minute knowledge, coming from a technical and pragmatic point of view. They are very close to the business and understand how it translates.
Chambers Global 2020, Employment
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Employment talk
Regular updates and insight from across the employment sector. Employment talk shares with you our views and insights into the latest trends, risks and developments with HR boardroom issues and employment law and practice.
Employment Reorganisation Roadmap
Preparing the road ahead – exiting lockdown and beyond
Throughout the month of May 2021, members of A&O’s Employment team along with A&O Consulting and in conjunction with Gwenllian Williams, a psychologist from deWinton Williams hosted a series of webinars on how to best transition your workforce into its next normal.
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Publications: 04 April 2024
Employee risk considerations for private capital investors
Employee activism is increasingly becoming a focal point within the private equity sector, as employees leverage their voice to influence company policies and practices. This shift towards a more…
Blog Post: 04 April 2024
Achieving gender parity in the UK’s top companies: a mixed picture
The Government-backed FTSE Women Leaders Review has been released for the third year, with the results showing promising progression in the appointment of women to boards (with the 40% target for…
Publications: 21 March 2024
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Blog Post: 18 March 2024
Unpacking the FCA’s survey on non-financial misconduct
The Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) latest survey issued to certain regulated firms suggests that tackling non-financial misconduct remains a key strategic priority for the UK regulator. This…