Employment Lawyers in Mayfair, London
Specialist employment lawyers in Mayfair advising senior professionals and employers on complex exits, disputes and high-stakes employment disputes.
Protecting careers, reputations and business interests in Mayfair.
Employment law at senior level is rarely straightforward. Whether it’s a sensitive negotiation, a complex contractual issue or a reputational risk, these are moments that call for clarity, experience and absolute discretion.
At Thomas Mansfield Solicitors, our employment lawyers in Mayfair advise on the full range of high-value, strategically important workplace matters. We act for employers, directors, shareholders, founders and professionals across sectors including finance, private equity, property, luxury brands and professional services.
Clients rely on us to deliver commercially sound advice, manage risk, preserve key relationships and protect their long-term position.
Employers
Expert legal support to manage your workforce and reduce risk.
Employees
Practical legal guidance on workplace rights, disputes and dismissal.
Senior Executives
Strategic advice for directors, shareholders and high earners.
Our employment law services in Mayfair.
We advise on all aspects of employment law, with particular experience in:
- Executive contracts and service agreements – Including remuneration, post-termination restrictions and equity.
- Senior exits and negotiated departures – Supporting individuals and employers through strategic separation.
- Settlement agreements – Securing favourable, enforceable terms that reflect legal and commercial priorities.
- Boardroom and shareholder disputes – Employment law support in complex corporate contexts.
- Bonus and incentive disputes – Advice on contested entitlements, performance conditions and deferred compensation.
- Discrimination, harassment and whistleblowing – Discreet, informed advice in sensitive cases.
- TUPE, restructures and business change – Guidance through legally and reputationally significant transitions.
- Tribunal claims and pre-litigation strategy – Risk-managed representation for both claimants and respondents.
Why choose Thomas Mansfield Solicitors
- Employment law specialists recommended by The Legal 500.
- Lexcel accredited for legal quality and client care.
- Members of the Employment Lawyers Association.
- Experienced in acting for senior professionals, regulated businesses and employers in high-value disputes.
- Remote and flexible consultations available for clients in Mayfair and West London.
Call our employment law team on 020 4579 5997 or
Employment Lawyers in Mayfair, London
Thomas Mansfield Employment Law
Berkeley Square House
Berkeley Square
Mayfair
London
W1J 6BD
Berkeley Square
Mayfair
London
W1J 6BD
Meetings by appointment only.
If writing to us, please use our head office address.
Meet our employment law partners
Need discreet, strategic advice on a workplace issue?
Whether you’re leading a business, managing risk at board level or navigating a sensitive change in your own role, the right legal advice can make all the difference. Our employment lawyers in Mayfair are here to support you with clarity, discretion and a clear plan forward.
Call our employment law team on 020 4579 5997 or
Visiting our employment lawyers in Mayfair.
Our Mayfair meeting facilities are located within Berkeley Square House, overlooking the historic Berkeley Square.
On foot: Berkeley Square House is approximately a 5-minute walk from Green Park Underground Station. Exit the station onto Piccadilly, head west, and turn right onto Berkeley Street. Continue straight to Berkeley Square; the building will be on your right.
By car: For sat nav, use postcode W1J 6BD. From the A4, take the exit toward Piccadilly and continue onto Berkeley Street. Turn left onto Berkeley Square; Berkeley Square House is located on the right-hand side.
Parking: Public parking is available at the nearby Q-Park Burlington Street (W1S 3AF), approximately a 7-minute walk away.
Rail and underground connections: Green Park Underground Station (Jubilee, Piccadilly, and Victoria lines) is approximately 0.3 miles away, providing excellent transport links.
Our employment lawyers also assist individuals and businesses based in St. James’s, Soho, Marylebone and surrounding areas.
…highly experienced and knowledgeable in complex domestic UK and International employment law matters. If you are looking for a law firm to represent domestic and complex cross-international matters, look no further than Thomas Mansfield.
Legal 500, 2025
Frequently asked questions
I’m concerned about reputational risk during an employment dispute - can you help?
Absolutely. We support executives, board members and employers in Mayfair where reputational impact is as important as the legal outcome. Whether it’s a discrimination complaint, grievance, whistleblowing matter or boardroom dispute, we take a strategic approach to protect your position and brand. Our experience with employment tribunals and complex disputes helps us achieve resolution while keeping risk under control.
Do you advise on post-termination restrictions for senior employees?
Yes, our employment lawyers in Mayfair frequently advise on the enforceability of restrictive covenants, particularly where clients are moving between competitors or establishing their own ventures. We act for both individuals and employers in Mayfair, offering swift, strategic advice. Whether you’re concerned about a non-compete clause, client contact or confidential information, we’ll help you navigate restrictive covenants in employment contracts and avoid legal pitfalls.
Can you help employers manage high-risk exits and protected conversations?
We do. For employers and HR teams in Mayfair, we advise on managing senior or sensitive exits discreetly and lawfully. This includes drafting scripts for protected conversations, assessing legal risk and preparing robust documentation. We also support with grievances, performance concerns or investigations that precede an exit. We regularly provide employment law training to equip HR team with the skills and confidence to handle these issues effectively.
Do you support regulated professionals in financial services or investment firms?
Yes. We act for employees and employers in FCA-regulated environments, including wealth management, private equity and boutique investment firms in Mayfair. Whether the issue involves conduct, breach of duty, SMCR compliance or a sensitive departure, we combine employment law advice with an understanding of regulatory obligations. See our dedicated page for financial services sector employment law.
What steps can employers take to prevent claims from senior leavers?
Proactive handling of documentation, process and communication is key. We help employers in Mayfair prepare bespoke service agreements, manage performance and discipline fairly, and use protected conversations where appropriate. Our HR consultancy supports you through tricky departures, while our legal team ensures your actions are defensible if challenged. If needed, we’ll also represent you in any employment tribunal proceedings.
We’re facing a boardroom dispute - can you advise on director exits or shareholder tensions?
Yes. We advise on complex disputes between directors, shareholders and senior leadership, particularly where trust has broken down or strategic differences arise. In Mayfair, many of our clients operate in private equity, family-owned firms or regulated sectors where reputational and commercial stakes are high. We offer strategic advice on director disputes, negotiated exits and restrictive covenants, ensuring outcomes that preserve business continuity and personal standing.
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Please note we do not offer legal aid or no win no fee agreements.