Compliance & Advisory

Expert guidance on complex employment law issues, from boardroom disputes and union negotiations to PEOs and workforce strategy—helping employers navigate risk with confidence and clarity.

Overview

In today’s rapidly evolving employment landscape, businesses must navigate complex regulatory frameworks while managing workforce risks effectively. Our Compliance and Advisory team is dedicated to helping employers achieve strategic workforce compliance, ensuring policies and practices align with the latest legal developments. We specialise in advising on sensitive, high-value, and business-critical matters, delivering clear, pragmatic guidance tailored to your organisation’s needs.

With a team of nearly 40 expert lawyers, we have a wealth of experience in tackling the most challenging employment issues. Whether advising on contentious boardroom disputes, delicate union negotiations, intricate workforce restructuring, or navigating the complexities of Professional Employer Organisations (PEOs), we provide commercially focused, risk-based solutions that enable businesses to manage their people strategy with confidence.

Our team offers comprehensive employment law expertise, supporting businesses in all aspects of compliance, risk management, and strategic workforce planning. We work closely with employers to provide proactive advice that minimises risk and ensures operational resilience.

Key areas of our experience include:

Business Change & Transformation
Our lawyers have advised on some of the most challenging workforce transformation projects, including global restructurings, redundancy programs, and TUPE transfers. We provide end-to-end support, ensuring legal compliance while mitigating reputational and operational risks.

Boardroom Disputes & Senior Executive Issues
We have a strong track record in resolving complex and high-stakes disputes at the executive level, including advising listed and private companies on boardroom conflicts, dismissals of senior leaders, and strategic exits.

Union & Industrial Relations
Our expertise extends to advising on complex union negotiations, industrial action risks, and collective bargaining strategies, helping businesses navigate sensitive workforce relations with confidence.

HR Strategy & Workforce Policy
We assist employers in developing robust employment policies and contracts, ensuring compliance with evolving legislation and industry best practices. Our work includes designing risk-based documentation, advising on policy reviews, and implementing frameworks that align with corporate objectives.

Professional Employer Organisations (PEOs) & Workforce Structuring
As businesses explore alternative assess the risks and benefits of PEO arrangements, ensuring compliance with employment laws and mitigating potential liabilities. Our advice includes structuring PEO agreements, managing cross-border employment considerations, and navigating regulatory complexities.

Sensitive & High-Risk Employment Issues
We handle complex and high-profile employment matters, including workplace investigations, misconduct allegations, and discrimination claims. Our approach combines legal precision with strategic risk management to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.