John works closely with clients to plot a course to where they wish to get to in any given situation and then helps them arrive whilst minimising risk, stress, and cost. Previously Head of Employment at a leading City firm, he is a key adviser to a broad client base, which includes global names in media, music, hospitality, transport, manufacturing, and shipping. He also represents individuals, including high-profile figures in the media and politics, senior professionals, and executives across all sectors.
John’s recent work includes:
- providing strategic employment advice to a global entertainment brand
- conducting detailed negotiations with Unite the Union to successfully resolve a potential seven-figure TUPE class action
- performing an internal National Minimum Wage audit on behalf of a global restaurant chain
- advising a commercial airline on a cross-border restructuring exercise
- assisting a FTSE 100 company on the resolution of an equal pay complaint
- resolving a high value discrimination claim on behalf of an AIM-listed technology company
- providing employee relations support to a global music publishing business
- advising businesses of all sizes on the employment aspects of GDPR claims
- acting for executives and senior individuals in high-value employment disputes ranging from unfair dismissal to whistle-blowing and discrimination
He is also a frequent author and commentator on employment-related topics, regularly speaks at seminars, and delivers a range of in-house Employment law training sessions.
