Olivia qualified as a Solicitor in 2005 and is a Legal Director in the Employment Team. She predominantly acts for clients in the financial services, technology and independent healthcare sectors.
Olivia has considerable experience handling employment tribunal litigation for employers, having worked on many complex, multi-day claims involving unfair dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing, breach of contract and unlawful deductions from wages. She has advised on matters in the Employment Tribunal, Employment Appeal Tribunal and Court of Appeal.
Olivia also has considerable experience working on cross-border international transactions and managing day-to-day international employment advice for clients operating in multiple jurisdictions.
Olivia understands the unique challenges faced by clients, having spent two spells in business – the first acting as in-house Employment Counsel for a global investment management company managing advice in EMEA and APAC and the second as Global Employment Counsel for one of the world’s leading online payments companies.
Recent work highlights
Acting for a global financial software company in respect of UK Employment Tribunal litigation and general employment advice.
Advising on the acquisition of a leading digital healthcare solutions provider including consultation requirements under TUPE.
Day to day advice and support to a UK private bank on employment and SMCR related issues.
Experience & education
2012 Legal Director, Birketts
2014 Principal Associate, Eversheds Sutherland
2013 Senior Associate, Olswang
2005 Qualified as a solicitor, Eversheds Sutherland
Areas of Expertise
Accreditations
Employment Lawyers Association
Member
Employment Lawyers Association (Regulatory and Finance)
Committee
CityHR
Shadow Board Member (2022 – 2024)