Linklaters

Application Deadline - 28th August 2026 (not accepting applications from agencies) Linklaters is a global law firm, providing legal services in 20 countries and through 30 offices. Linklaters is a people business. Being best in class in the eyes of our clients means that our people must be exceptional. We look not only for brilliant minds, but for people who will thrive in our environment: people who love working collaboratively and demonstrate the innovative, efficient, agile, entrepreneurial, and responsible mind set we aim to bring to every interaction. Ours is an environment of outperformance. We achieve this not with targets and incentives, but by fostering a positive, supportive, fair, and open atmosphere. We respect and value difference but insist on inclusivity. We celebrate all aspects of diversity and challenge any form of bias. This is vital to our ability to work as one team, with a common goal. Purpose The Business Teams Talent Acquisition Manager, UK is responsible for managing and delivering the firm's UK hiring across all business teams functions and levels, working in close partnership with the Global Head of Lateral Talent Acquisition to ensure the firm attracts and secures exceptional business teams talent in a competitive UK market. The role takes ownership of the end-to-end UK business teams recruitment process - spanning functions including Finance, Technology & Data, Risk, Business Development, HR and Operations - and acts as a trusted adviser to senior business stakeholders and functional heads on hiring matters. The role works in close partnership with HR Managers, Centres of Excellence and business leaders to ensure that business teams hiring activity is commercially informed, inclusive and aligned with the firm's global people strategy. The role will be responsible for developing and leading a high performing UK BT TA team to deliver the above. Your key responsibilities UK Business Teams Recruitment Accountable for the delivery of the firm's UK business teams hiring across all functions and levels, ensuring alignment with the firm's broader workforce plans and strategic growth priorities and key performance metrics Ensure the execution of end-to-end UK recruitment process for business teams hires - from briefing and market mapping through to offer, negotiation and pre boarding - ensuring a consistently excellent experience for candidates and hiring stakeholders. Monitor resourcing levels, workload and service demand across business teams functions to help anticipate gaps and support proactive staffing and organisational design decisions. Ensure the development and management of a strong pipeline of business teams talent through multiple channels (proactive sourcing, direct approaches and market mapping) reducing reliance on external search firms where appropriate. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of lateral hiring data from across business teams functions, ensuring accuracy, completeness and timeliness of inputs and leverage data and insight to drive continuous improvement, innovation and performance management. Responsible for leading and developing a group of high performing TA Advisors required to deliver the hiring volumes. Search Firm and Supplier Management Manage relationships with retained search firms, contingency agencies and other external talent sourcing partners operating across business teams disciplines in the UK, ensuring robust governance, performance management and value for money. Maintain and develop the firm's preferred supplier relationships for UK business teams lateral hiring, conducting regular performance reviews and making recommendations to the Global Head of Lateral Talent Acquisition as appropriate. Negotiate terms of business with external suppliers in line with firm policy and budgetary parameters. Stakeholder Partnership and Advisory Track progress against people plans and relevant aspects of the business plans, reporting regularly and adjusting plans where needed. Be the key point of contact to global BT function Chiefs and Leaders providing insight and transparency to hiring across their functions. Contribute to firmwide HR and TA projects. Liaise with HR Business Partners and Centres of Excellence to ensure alignment between UK business teams lateral hiring activity and broader people initiatives, including workforce planning, succession and inclusion. Support the preparation of materials, presentations and briefing documents for senior stakeholder meetings and talent reviews. Feed lateral hiring insights into UK and global succession planning and talent reviews to support the identification of critical roles and capability gaps. Process and Governance Ensure adherence to HR policies and procedures, and contribute to the refinement of policies impacting lateral business teams talent acquisition in the UK. Assist in developing and documenting lateral hiring methodologies, processes and best practice guidance for use across the People function. Gather feedback from relevant stakeholders to improve HR processes, tools and support. Maintain appropriate confidentiality and data governance standards in the handling of all candidate data and related documentation. Your experience Prior experience in leading a high performing in-house talent acquisition team, preferably across global corporate functions and within a professional services, financial services or similarly complex environment. Proven track record of developing and embedding end-to-end recruitment processes across a range of business teams functions, including sourcing, search firm management and offer negotiation. Experience of leading projects or programmes across multiple workstreams simultaneously. A sound understanding of the UK business teams talent market across relevant professional disciplines, with an established network of contacts desirable. Exposure to HR information systems and applicant tracking platforms (e.g. Workday, Greenhouse or equivalent) is desirable. Benefits Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Free in house fitness centre and subsidised health club memberships Free onsite GP service and periodic health assessments Finance Pension and flexible savings options Income protection and life assurance Mortgage advice and will writing services. Family & Lifestyle Electric car and cycle to work schemes. Emergency family care Additional holiday/birthday leave. Maternity/paternity/shared parental leave. Travel insurance and season ticket loan Option to join sports and social clubs, as well as our employee networks groups (such as our Gender Equality, With Pride, or Social Mobility Networks) Technical Skills This list of duties and responsibilities above is not exhaustive. It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. As such, the role may also include the undertaking of additional tasks as required. In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we will conduct pre engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. Your offer will be subject to the successful completion of these checks which will be initiated following your consent. As a responsible business, it is important that we represent the diversity of our people, our clients and our communities. We know that diversity makes us a better law firm and helps us attract the best talent, drive innovation with diversity of thought, and deliver the best experience to everyone who comes into contact with us. We recruit on the basis of merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Selection decisions, and the reasons for those decisions, are recorded at each stage of the selection process. Selection criteria and, where appropriate, technical skills tests are in place to measure an individual's ability for the safe and effective performance of a job. Those involved in recruitment and selection decisions and processes are also provided with guidance on diversity issues. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the selection process, please talk to a member of the recruitment team so that any required adjustments can be made in advance. Specific experience requirements advertised on a role do not intend to preclude applications from candidates who may have more or less experience. Our intention is only to indicate a guideline as to the necessary skills for the role as described.

Linklaters in the UK seeks a Business Teams Talent Acquisition Manager to lead the UK recruitment across Finance, Technology, Risk, Business Development, HR and Operations. You will partner with the Global Head of Lateral Talent Acquisition to attract exceptional talent in a competitive market. You will build a high performing UK BT TA team, manage end to end processes, govern data quality, and collaborate with HR Business Partners and Centres of Excellence to align hiring with the firm's

About us About us: Linklaters is a global law firm, providing legal services in 20 countries and through 30 offices. Linklaters is a people business. Being best in class in the eyes of our clients means that our people must be exceptional. We look not only for brilliant minds, but for people who will thrive in our environment: people who love working collaboratively and demonstrate the innovative, efficient, agile, entrepreneurial, and responsible mind set we aim to bring to every interaction. Ours is an environment of outperformance. We achieve this not with targets and incentives, but by fostering a positive, supportive, fair, and open atmosphere. We respect and value difference but insist on inclusivity. We celebrate all aspects of diversity and challenge any form of bias. This is vital to our ability to work as one team, with a common goal. The Role As an Expatriate & Employment Tax Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality tax compliance and advisory services for internationally mobile employees and cross-border remote workers. Working closely with colleagues, assignees and external stakeholders, you will assist throughout the assignment lifecycle, ensuring tax obligations are met accurately and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist expertise in expatriate and employment tax, while leveraging technology and AI tools to drive process improvements and enhance service delivery. Your Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of expatriate and employment tax services for international assignments and cross-border remote working arrangements, ensuring a high standard of client service and compliance. Act as a key point of contact for UK tax compliance queries, providing guidance on tax returns, PAYE tax codes and payroll-related tax matters for international assignees. Manage and maintain global tax payment and refund schedules, ensuring records are accurate, up to date and well documented. Coordinate activities across the assignment lifecycle, including tracking outstanding information requests, obtaining questionnaires and supporting documentation, and facilitating the timely completion of HMRC requirements. Review cross-border remote working requests, researching relevant tax legislation and employment tax implications across multiple jurisdictions and escalating potential risks where appropriate. Assist with assignment cost projections and tax-related research to support mobility planning and identify potential tax efficiencies for employees and the business. Collaborate with colleagues across HR, Payroll, Mobility and external advisers to resolve tax-related matters and deliver a seamless experience for internationally mobile employees. Collaborate with colleagues across HR, Payroll, Mobility and external advisers to resolve tax-related matters and deliver a seamless experience for internationally mobile employees. Support UK compliance reporting activities, including maintaining Short-Term Business Visitor records, coordinating documentation from employees and assisting with HMRC submissions, while leveraging technology and AI tools to improve processes and reporting accuracy. Support UK compliance reporting activities, including maintaining Short-Term Business Visitor records, coordinating documentation from employees and assisting with HMRC submissions, while leveraging technology and AI tools to improve processes and reporting accuracy. What we're looking for A genuine interest in developing a long-term career in expatriate and employment tax, with a proactive approach to learning and professional development. Previous experience within a UK tax environment is desirable, ideally gained in an accountancy practice, in house tax team or similar professional services setting. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and engage confidently with a wide range of stakeholders. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work accurately to multiple deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, with confidence in handling data and producing accurate reports. What's on offer Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Free in house fitness centre and subsidised health club memberships Free onsite GP service and periodic health assessments Finance Pension and flexible savings options Income protection and life assurance Mortgage advice and will writing services Family & Lifestyle Electric car and cycle to work schemes Emergency family care Additional holiday/birthday leave Maternity/paternity/shared parental leave Travel insurance and season ticket loan Option to join sports and social clubs, as well as our employee networks groups (such as our Gender Equality, With Pride, or Social Mobility Networks) Technical Skills Data Management Data Verification Document Management Financial Analysis Financial Modeling Financial Risk Management (FRM) Process Automations Records Management Regulatory Compliance Tax Accounting Tax Law Tax Optimization Tax Planning Tax Reporting Tax Structures Transfer Pricing This list of duties and responsibilities above is not exhaustive. It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. As such, the role may also include the undertaking of additional tasks as required. Application Policy Applications and CVs (direct or via agency) are only accepted online via the portal. Queries related to our roles must be directed to the relevant recruitment team and not the partners, practices or stakeholders ( for legal roles or for business team roles). This is the place where talent meets opportunity and where passion meets purpose. At Linklaters, the work we do means carving a path through unexplored territory, working on complex legal matters, across jurisdictions and borders and providing outstanding service and confidence to our clients. Having the vision to see things differently and the determination to deliver excellence, every time. That's what makes us who we are. You can see your true potential connecting with dynamic colleagues all over the world, united by purpose and shared values and working together as one inclusive, collaborative team. With second to none training and support, this is the place where you meet your future. This is Linklaters. We know that diversity makes us a better law firm and helps us attract the best talent, drive innovation with diversity of thought, and deliver the best experience to everyone who comes into contact with us. We recruit on the basis of merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Selection decisions, and the reasons for those decisions, are recorded at each stage of the selection process. Selection criteria and, where appropriate, technical skills tests are in place to measure an individual's ability for the safe and effective performance of a job. Those involved in recruitment and selection decisions and processes are also provided with guidance on diversity issues. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the selection process, please talk to a member of the recruitment team so that any required adjustments can be made in advance. Specific experience requirements advertised on a role do not intend to preclude applications from candidates who may have more or less experience. Our intention is only to indicate a guideline as to the necessary skills for the role as described. In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we will conduct pre engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. Your offer will be subject to the successful completion of these checks which will be initiated following your consent.

Linklaters is seeking an Expatriate & Employment Tax Assistant to support high-quality tax compliance and advisory services for internationally mobile employees and cross-border remote workers. You will assist throughout the assignment lifecycle, ensuring obligations are met accurately and efficiently while leveraging technology and AI tools to improve service delivery. This role offers a path to specialist expertise in expatriate and employment tax within a global law firm environment,

Linklaters is seeking an Operations Senior Manager, Workplace & Employee Experience in London. You will shape the workplace experience for one of the world's leading law firms, sitting at the heart of how our workplaces evolve and delivering employee-facing services across our UK estate. You will combine operational excellence with innovation, using data and insights to shape spaces that are engaging, efficient and future-ready, while influencing senior stakeholders and delivering strategic

The Role Linklaters is a global law firm, providing legal services in 20 countries and through 30 offices. Linklaters is a people business. Being best in class in the eyes of our clients means that our people must be exceptional. We look not only for brilliant minds, but for people who will thrive in our environment: people who love working collaboratively and demonstrate the innovative, efficient, agile, entrepreneurial, and responsible mind set we aim to bring to every interaction. Ours is an environment of outperformance. We achieve this not with targets and incentives, but by fostering a positive, supportive, fair, and open atmosphere. We respect and value difference but insist on inclusivity. We celebrate all aspects of diversity and challenge any form of bias. This is vital to our ability to work as one team, with a common goal. The Role Shape the workplace experience for one of the world's leading law firms. As our Operations Senior Manager, Workplace & Employee Experience, you'll play a pivotal role in creating exceptional environments where our people, clients and visitors can thrive. This is far more than a traditional facilities position. You'll sit at the heart of how our workplaces evolve, leading the strategy, design and delivery of employee facing services across our UK estate. You'll combine operational excellence with innovation, using workplace data, technology and insights to shape spaces that are engaging, efficient and fit for the future. Working with senior stakeholders across the firm, you'll influence how people experience the workplace every day while driving projects that enhance collaboration, productivity and wellbeing. Leading the delivery of workplace and employee experience services across our UK offices Driving workplace transformation, design and change initiatives aligned to business needs Overseeing workplace projects, space planning and workplace optimisation Using data, smart building technology and workplace insights to inform strategic decision making Managing key supplier relationships and contracts to deliver exceptional service and value Owning workplace governance, policies, processes and performance reporting Leading continuous improvement initiatives that enhance engagement and service adoption Managing budgets and ensuring efficient investment across workplace experience programmes This is a highly visible leadership role with the opportunity to make a lasting impact on how thousands of colleagues experience the workplace. What We're Looking For We're looking for an experienced workplace leader who combines strategic thinking with hands on delivery. You'll be someone who enjoys influencing senior stakeholders, solving complex challenges and creating workplace experiences that truly make a difference. You'll bring: Significant experience leading workplace, facilities or employee experience functions within a complex organisation A strong track record of delivering workplace transformation, office moves, redesigns or space optimisation projects Experience working across outsourced service models and managing multiple suppliers and contracts Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and build credibility at senior levels Strong commercial acumen, including budget ownership and governance oversight Experience using workplace data, reporting and technology to drive decision making and continuous improvement A passion for creating outstanding employee experiences and service excellence Experience leading and developing high performing teams Ideally, you'll also have experience within a professional services, legal or similarly fast paced corporate environment What's on offer This role is based in London office, with a hybrid working model. Joining Team Linklaters will see you qualify for a range of benefits designed to reward the vital contribution you'll be making to our success. These include: Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Free in-house fitness centre and subsidised health club memberships Free onsite GP service and periodic health assessments Finance Pension and flexible savings options Income protection and life assurance Mortgage advice and will writing services Family & Lifestyle Electric car and cycle to work schemes Emergency family care Additional holiday/birthday leave Maternity/paternity/shared parental leave Travel insurance and season ticket loan Option to join sports and social clubs, as well as our employee networks groups (such as our Gender Equality, With Pride, or Social Mobility Networks) Technical Skills This list of duties and responsibilities above is not exhaustive. It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. As such, the role may also include the undertaking of additional tasks as required. In the event that we make an offer to you, and where local legislation permits, we will conduct pre engagement screening checks that may include but are not limited to your professional and academic qualifications, your eligibility to work in the relevant jurisdiction, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. Your offer will be subject to the successful completion of these checks which will be initiated following your consent. As a responsible business, it is important that we represent the diversity of our people, our clients and our communities. We know that diversity makes us a better law firm and helps us attract the best talent, drive innovation with diversity of thought, and deliver the best experience to everyone who comes into contact with us. We recruit on the basis of merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Selection decisions, and the reasons for those decisions, are recorded at each stage of the selection process. Selection criteria and, where appropriate, technical skills tests are in place to measure an individual's ability for the safe and effective performance of a job. Those involved in recruitment and selection decisions and processes are also provided with guidance on diversity issues. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the selection process, please talk to a member of the recruitment team so that any required adjustments can be made in advance. Specific experience requirements advertised on a role do not intend to preclude applications from candidates who may have more or less experience. Our intention is only to indicate a guideline as to the necessary skills for the role as described.

Linklaters is seeking a Head of Workplace Operations for the UK. In this senior role, you will oversee UK operational activities within a global matrixed organization, ensuring high-quality service delivery and collaboration with senior leaders. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in managing outsourced providers and operational excellence. The position offers various benefits including private medical insurance and a flexible savings plan.

Overview Linklaters is a global law firm offering legal services in 20 countries and through 30 offices. We are looking for a senior operations leader to serve as Head of Workplace Operations, UK. Key Responsibilities Own UK operational oversight within a global matrixed organization. Lead relationships with outsourced service providers, driving performance, consistency, and value. Act as a senior partner to the business, balancing pace, risk, and delivery across a complex operational landscape. Drive a client and visitor centric experience, setting benchmarks for best in class operations. Collaborate closely with senior leaders, partners, and stakeholders across the firm. Qualifications Experience in a global, matrixed environment with a strong focus on operations/facilities management. Strong capability managing multiple outsourced providers and holding them to account. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with confidence to work with senior leaders and partners. Experience running a large, high profile headquarters or flagship operation. Commercial, pragmatic approach with a clear focus on operational excellence. Technical Skills Budget Management Change Management Contract Management Facility Management Lease Management Project Management Security Management Strategic Sourcing Sustainability Strategy Vendor Management Benefits Health & Wellbeing: Private medical insurance, free in house fitness, subsidised health club, free onsite GP, periodic health assessments. Financial: Pension and flexible savings, income protection, life assurance, mortgage advice and will writing services. Family & lifestyle: Electric car and cycle to work schemes, emergency family care, additional holiday/birthday leave, maternity/paternity/shared parental leave. Travel: insurance and season ticket loan. Other: Option to join sports and social clubs, employee networks (Gender Equality, With Pride, Social Mobility Networks). EEO Statement We recruit on the basis of merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Selection decisions, and the reasons for those decisions, are recorded at each stage of the selection process. Selection criteria and, where appropriate, technical skills tests are in place to measure an individual's ability for the safe and effective performance of a job. Those involved in recruitment and selection decisions and processes are also provided with guidance on diversity issues. If you require reasonable adjustments during the selection process, please talk to a recruitment team member so any required adjustments can be made in advance.

Senior Reward & Performance Manager, UKApplylocations: Londonposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: RLinklaters is a global law firm, providing legal services in 20 countries and through 30 offices.Linklaters is a people business. Being best in class in the eyes of our clients means that our people must be exceptional.We look not only for brilliant minds, but for people who will thrive in our environment: people who love working collaboratively and demonstrate the innovative, efficient, agile, entrepreneurial, and responsible mind-set we aim to bring to every interaction.Ours is an environment of outperformance. We achieve this not with targets and incentives, but by fostering a positive, supportive, fair, and open atmosphere.We respect and value difference but insist on inclusivity. We celebrate all aspects of diversity and challenge any form of bias. This is vital to our ability to work as one team, with a common goal. The role: We're hiring a Senior Reward & Performance Manager to lead the delivery of reward and performance programmes across the UK.This is a senior, hands-on role where you'll own pay and performance cycles end-to-end, act as the go-to expert for reward, and partner closely with senior stakeholders to deliver market-leading, data-driven solutions. Lead annual pay, bonus and performance cycles Shape and deliver reward strategy in the UK market Provide expert advice on hires, promotions and retention Use data and benchmarking to inform decisions Partner with senior stakeholders and manage Reward Advisors What we're looking for Strong reward experience in a complex or global environment Proven delivery of end-to-end reward programmes Deep understanding of UK pay practices and employment landscape Confident influencing senior stakeholders Analytical and commercially minded What's on offer: This role is based in our London office, with a hybrid working model.Joining Team Linklaters will see you qualify for a range of benefits designed to reward the vital contribution you'll be making to our success. These include:Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Free in-house fitness centre and subsidised health club memberships Free onsite GP service and periodic health assessmentsFinance Pension and flexible savings options Income protection and life assurance Mortgage advice and will-writing servicesFamily & Lifestyle Electric car and cycle to work schemes Emergency family care Additional holiday/birthday leave Maternity/paternity/shared parental leave Travel insurance and season ticket loan Option to join sports and social clubs, as well as our employee networks groups (such as our Gender Equality, With Pride, or Social Mobility Networks)If you think this role would suit you, please click apply below. We look forward to hearing from you!

Senior Reward & Performance Manager, UKApplylocations: Londonposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: RLinklaters is a global law firm, providing legal services in 20 countries and through 30 offices.Linklaters is a people business. Being best in class in the eyes of our clients means that our people must be exceptional.We look not only for brilliant minds, but for people who will thrive in our environment: people who love working collaboratively and demonstrate the innovative, efficient, agile, entrepreneurial, and responsible mind-set we aim to bring to every interaction.Ours is an environment of outperformance. We achieve this not with targets and incentives, but by fostering a positive, supportive, fair, and open atmosphere.We respect and value difference but insist on inclusivity. We celebrate all aspects of diversity and challenge any form of bias. This is vital to our ability to work as one team, with a common goal. The role: We're hiring a Senior Reward & Performance Manager to lead the delivery of reward and performance programmes across the UK.This is a senior, hands-on role where you'll own pay and performance cycles end-to-end, act as the go-to expert for reward, and partner closely with senior stakeholders to deliver market-leading, data-driven solutions. Lead annual pay, bonus and performance cycles Shape and deliver reward strategy in the UK market Provide expert advice on hires, promotions and retention Use data and benchmarking to inform decisions Partner with senior stakeholders and manage Reward Advisors What we're looking for Strong reward experience in a complex or global environment Proven delivery of end-to-end reward programmes Deep understanding of UK pay practices and employment landscape Confident influencing senior stakeholders Analytical and commercially minded What's on offer: This role is based in our London office, with a hybrid working model.Joining Team Linklaters will see you qualify for a range of benefits designed to reward the vital contribution you'll be making to our success. These include:Health & Wellbeing Private Medical Insurance Free in-house fitness centre and subsidised health club memberships Free onsite GP service and periodic health assessmentsFinance Pension and flexible savings options Income protection and life assurance Mortgage advice and will-writing servicesFamily & Lifestyle Electric car and cycle to work schemes Emergency family care Additional holiday/birthday leave Maternity/paternity/shared parental leave Travel insurance and season ticket loan Option to join sports and social clubs, as well as our employee networks groups (such as our Gender Equality, With Pride, or Social Mobility Networks)If you think this role would suit you, please click apply below. We look forward to hearing from you!