Amsterdam
2 Apr 2026
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Employment (Senior) Associate

Clifford Chance

Employment (Senior) Associate

Senior Employment Associate position at Clifford Chance's Amsterdam office. Requires 5–8 years of employment law experience in a law firm, fluency in Dutch and English, and strong academic credentials. The role involves strategic employment advice, litigation, and collaboration with international teams.

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Salary

Not specified

Work Location

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands, NL

Work Model

Hybrid office and remote setup

Experience Required

8 years

Employment Type

Full-time

Experience Level

5–8 years of experience

Core Qualifications

Technical (Must-have)
Employment lawLitigationM&AFinance
Soft Skills
Team playerCollaborativeInnovativeSolution-orientedAnalyticalProject management

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate closely with team members in Amsterdam and other international Clifford Chance offices to deliver high-end, strategic employment advice on matters such as boardroom issues, terminations, reorganizations, works council negotiations, and investigations
  • Represent clients in court when disputes require litigation, either as part of a broader team or independently, depending on the matter
  • Partner with M&A and Finance teams to advise on employment and works council matters in international transactions
  • Enhance legal expertise and skills through knowledge sessions and practical experience
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with client peers, leveraging the firm’s resources to grow and deepen those connections
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