Our clients rely on us for our legal expertise and sound commercial judgment. At Fox & Partners, we’re committed to securing employment terms that protect your position, both at the point of starting a new role and on departure, enabling you to move forward with clarity and confidence.

At the senior level, your employment contract is more than a formality – it governs critical aspects of your appointment, remuneration, and exit. You may have negotiated the headline terms but, despite the stakes, it’s not uncommon for senior individuals to sign contracts without legal advice often due to time pressure or the momentum of a new opportunity.

Key considerations include:

• Are variable pay elements, such as bonuses or long-term incentive plans (LTIPs), discretionary or clearly defined?

• What happens to unvested awards or deferred compensation on exit?

• What are the leaver provisions for a good or bad leaver?

• Are restrictive covenants enforceable, proportionate, and aligned with your future plans?

• Could you be placed on garden leave, and how would that affect your influence or client relationships?

• How is termination structured?

Our team specialises in advising senior professionals and executives on employment and partnership terms. Our contract review service ensures that your legal and commercial position is protected from the outset. We frequently identify clauses that carry hidden risk, are ambiguous or unbalanced, or may not be enforceable. By getting involved early, we can work with you and, where appropriate, your employer to negotiate improvements that align with your rights and market practice.

Disputes most often arise at the point of exit, when individuals realise that key entitlements such as bonuses or rewards don’t match their expectations. Seeking advice early helps avoid costly misunderstandings and ensures your contract supports your position, rather than undermines it.,

Fox & Partners can review your contract before you sign to ensure there are no hidden surprises.