Our client is seeking to hire an Employment Lawyer with approximately 5-7 years PQE, ideally with in-house experience within a fast-paced financial services environment, preferably investment banking or private practice experience at a leading firm with a strong focus on advising financial institution clients. International experience is essential, as the role involves supporting legal and HR matters across EMEA and Asia jurisdictions where the business operates. This Vice President-level position will be based in the London office and will work closely with senior employment lawyers, as well as HR and Compliance teams, to support senior management across both corporate and front office business lines. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing business. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience advising on all aspects of the employment lifecycle within a regulated organisation across EMEA and Asia, including: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating employment documents Updating and maintaining employment handbooks, policies, and procedures Advising on day-to-day employment issues such as disciplinary matters, performance management, grievance procedures, preventative management, remuneration, and benefits Supporting investigations and responding to regulatory enquiries Advising on privacy and personal data compliance Developing and sharing legal know-how Designing and delivering employment law training to HR and management Assisting in the preparation of employment law components for presentations and reports to management Additionally, the candidate should: Possess a working knowledge of employment law, HR, and regulatory frameworks in EMEA and Asia Demonstrate strong organisational skills with the ability to manage and prioritise diverse workloads for multiple stakeholders Have a collaborative mindset, working effectively with other control functions and business units Be comfortable engaging with senior business managers This diverse role is suited to a confident, self-motivated, and outgoing professional with excellent communication skills, who can hit the ground running and deliver significant value to the business.