Employment

Service overview

What we do

The relationship between an organisation and its people influences every part of the business, from growth and performance to culture, reputation and risk.

We advise businesses, employees, leadership teams and HR professionals on the full range of employment and workforce matters, from day-to-day people issues through to strategic projects, organisational change and business-critical disputes. Where required, we work alongside specialists in Corporate, Regulatory, Immigration, Tax and Disputes to ensure employment considerations are addressed in the wider commercial context.

Our services

How we can help

Some clients come to us with a specific issue that requires immediate advice. Others rely on us as a trusted adviser as they grow, recruit, restructure, acquire businesses or implement change.

We advise on workforce strategy, senior executive matters, employment disputes, investigations, redundancy programmes, business reorganisations, incentive arrangements and exits. We also help organisations develop policies, manage risk and respond to the employment issues that arise as businesses evolve.

We help individuals with all aspects of employment law, whether negotiating a contract, understanding their rights as an employee or bringing or defending a claim or investigation. We advise senior executives on matters such as executive compensation, employment contracts, bonuses and incentives, restrictive covenants, severance packages and in any dispute with their employer.

Our role is to help clients make informed decisions, manage sensitive situations appropriately and create arrangements that support both the organisation and its people.

Immigration

Supporting employers with sponsorship, global mobility, right-to-work compliance and international workforce planning.

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Business protection

Protecting confidential information, customer relationships and business interests through practical and enforceable arrangements.

Contracts and executive service agreements

Advising on employment contracts, executive arrangements, consultancy agreements, incentive plans and workplace policies

Disciplinary, grievance and workplace investigations

Supporting employers with workplace concerns, investigations, whistleblowing matters and sensitive employee issues.

Employment Rights Act 2025

Helping employers understand, prepare for and respond to the employment law reforms introduced by the Employment Rights Act 2025.

Employment Tribunal litigation

Defending and resolving Employment Tribunal claims, including discrimination, dismissal, whistleblowing and pay-related disputes.

Equality, diversity and workplace conduct

Helping organisations foster inclusive workplaces, manage conduct issues and respond effectively when concerns arise.

Executive and senior leadership matters

Advising on appointments, service agreements, incentive arrangements, exits and other issues affecting senior leaders and boards.

Redundancy, restructuring and TUPE

Advising on workforce change, organisational restructuring, business transfers and employee consultation processes.

Reward and incentives

Advising on incentive arrangements, share schemes, executive remuneration and workforce reward structures.

Strategic HR advice

Providing practical employment advice on workforce planning, employee relations, organisational change, governance and risk management.

What to expect from us

The right legal experts, wherever you are.

Regional teams, nationally connected – we move quickly, stay close, and bring the right specialists together around you.

Partners who stay close

Our Partners take the time to understand what matters to each client and remain closely involved as work progresses. Their experience brings perspective, sound judgment and a clear sense of what may be needed next as we grow together. This continuity creates trusted relationships, keeps advice grounded in the wider context and gives clients direct access to the people responsible for guiding their most important decisions.

Advisers you won't outgrow

A relationship with us can develop as your ambitions, circumstances and priorities change, grow and evolve over the years. We bring together the right combination of legal and professional expertise from across the business, without losing the relationships and understanding already established. From our full spectrum of services for individuals and businesses alike through to our specialist services in chartered town planning, patent and trademark attorneys, tax, competition and regulatory with sector specialists across the board, you can draw on the broadest of capability while continuing to work with advisers who know what matters to you.

Experts on your doorstep

We believe clients shouldn't have to choose between accessibility and expertise. Our advisers are based in the communities where you live and work, providing the personal relationships and local understanding that come from being close at hand. Backed by a connected national business, you also get access to a wide range of specialist expertise.

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Tom Scaife Office Client Services Director

Employment

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FAQs

Common questions about Employment

How long do employment matters usually take?

Whether you’re looking for quick resolutions or long-term support, our employment solicitors will move at your pace. Get in touch to find out more about how we can support you. We’re ready when you are.

Do you advise both businesses and individuals on employment matters?

Our employment solicitors work with businesses like yours to ensure legal compliance in the workplace. But don’t just take our word for it – browse our case studies to find out what our clients value most about working with us, first-hand.

What is involved in the employment legal process?

When you get in touch, we’ll assess your needs to ensure you get the right expertise for you. When you choose us, you don’t just get access to employment expertise. Your regional specialists will work collaboratively with professionals throughout the country spanning a broad spectrum of specialisms to devise a multi-faceted, tailored solution that takes all aspects of your situation into account. Get in touch so we can assess your matter and guide you towards your next step.

How can Knights help with employment matters?

From guidance on HR best practice to support with employee relations management, there’s plenty our employment solicitors can do to support you. Get in touch to find out more about our employment expertise.

When should I seek legal advice on an employment matter?

Whether you’re looking for proactive strategies to ensure compliance or need guidance on an ongoing matter, we’re ready to support you – wherever you are in your journey. Get in touch to find out more about what our employment specialists can do to help.