Senior Executives and Directors
Solicitors for senior executives and directors
Our expert employment law team work with directors and senior executives to provide pragmatic and strategic advice. We know that agreeing the terms of your service agreement, contract of employment or your exit from the business can be quite stressful. We give the necessary advice to help you to understand whether the proposed terms are burdensome or advantageous to you.
Can my employer enforce the restrictive covenant in my contract?
The restrictive covenant is likely it will be enforceable if it:
- is specific on factors such as geographical location and type of business activity
- prevents you from contacting former colleagues to recruit them, or old clients and customers
- can be considered necessary to protect a legitimate business interest
Your employer has to show that the restrictive covenant is reasonable to protect their business interests and goes no further than necessary.
If it’s very broad or unreasonably prevents you from earning a living then it will not be enforceable.
Can I negotiate my exit package?
Your exit package usually includes six to twelve month’s salary and additional extras such as bonuses, share options and profit sharing. In most cases, it can be negotiated.
You can either do this yourself or instruct a solicitor to negotiate the package on your behalf.
It’s a good idea to review your employment contract as well as check if your employer has any redundancy payout policies.
Do I have to instruct a solicitor for employment advice as a senior executive or director?
While there is no legal requirement to instruct a solicitor, the role of senior executive or director often brings with it more complex employment contracts and clauses.
Restrictive covenants may be included in your contract that could limit your options when you leave a company or you could face a dispute that could have a serious impact on your career.
Whether you’re facing redundancy, disciplinary or restructuring issues, an experienced employment law solicitor can advice you on what action to take to put you in the best position.
Using Rothera Bray for senior executives and directors employment advice
Our employment law and HR specialists work with senior executives and directors regularly, helping them achieve their personal and professional objectives.
We take the time to understand your situation and what you’d like to achieve, ensuring we provide advice and solutions that help you to meet your goals.
Common issues we advise on include:
- Contracts
- Renumeration packages
- Shareholder agreements
- Exit packages
- Settlement agreements
- Restrictive covenants
- Workplace disputes
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Natalie Abbott
Partner & Head of Employment
Natalie works in our Nottingham office. She is a Partner and Employment Law specialist with over 10 years’ experience representing both businesses and individuals across a range of employment services including settlement agreements, discrimination, dismissals and redundancy.
Rachel Mills
Managing Associate
Rachel Mills is a Managing Associate in Rothera Bray’s Employment Law department and is based at our Derby office.
George Cokkinos
Solicitor
George Cokkinos is a Solicitor in Rothera Bray’s Employment department and is based at our Derby office.
Lauren Kilbride
Solicitor
Lauren Kilbride is a Solicitor within Rothera Bray’s Employment Law department and is based at the firm’s Lace Market, Nottingham office.
Will Trotter
Solicitor
Will Trotter is a Solicitor in Rothera Bray’s Employment Law department and is based at our Nottingham office.
Joshua Davies
Paralegal
Joshua Davies is a Paralegal in Rothera Bray’s Employment team and is based in our Nottingham city centre office.
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