In addition to assisting employers with the onboarding and departure, including contentious ones, of executive-level employees, Carey Olsen is the firm of choice for the trustees of public and private sector employee pension schemes. Leading on advisory employment matters and employment litigation is Huw Thomas, who appears for financial services clients defending claims of unfair termination or discrimination. Alexa Saunders oversees the pensions arm of the practice, and she and Julie Currie both advise on the structuring and governance of pension schemes, including the use of trust structures, tax matters and, when necessary the restructuring of pension schemes. Tarina Le Boutillier is the key contact for businesses looking to set up operations in Jersey, also assisting them with related immigration matters.

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Testimonials

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The individuals we work with are knowledgeable, responsive, and commercially minded. They are trusted advisers who provide practical solutions rather than purely legal analysis. The associates are also impressive, demonstrating strong technical ability, attention to detail, and excellent client service. The team consistently delivers advice in a clear, efficient, and approachable manner.
Carey Olsen's Employment team combines strong technical expertise with a pragmatic, commercial approach. The lawyers are highly responsive, provide clear and practical advice, and take the time to understand the client's business and objectives. Compared with other firms, the team stands out for its accessibility, partner involvement, and consistently high level of service.
What sets Carey Olsen apart is its ability to combine deep technical expertise with a genuinely client-minded delivery model, enabling clients to navigate complex employment issues with confidence. The team has a strong client-centric approach, underpinned by high-quality service delivery, strategic thinking, and the ability to build trusted relationships. I value their breadth of capabilities across disciplines and the team’s ability to operate seamlessly across a complex regulatory landscape.
The department distinguishes itself through a combination of technical expertise and a genuinely empathetic approach to client support. Their advice is not only accurate and commercially sound but is delivered in a way that shows real awareness of the human and business impact behind each matter. This has built a high level of trust; we feel confident that they understand our challenges, the context in which we operate, and the consequences of getting things wrong. Their competence, responsiveness, and ability to translate complex issues into practical, workable solutions position them as industry leaders, and their commitment to understanding our organization makes their support both reliable and invaluable.
The team is always pragmatic and commercial, giving practical guidance and ensuring that common sense and a human approach are always applied.
Huw Thomas leads the practice and has a reputation for sound advice, as well as a pragmatic approach and personal service. He is a pleasure to work with and gives clients great confidence.
Nothing is too much trouble for them. They go above and beyond and do it in a most professional manner. They are, of course, experts in their field and understand all aspects of the pension schemes.
Huw Thomas and Tarina Le Boutillier. Both Huw and Tarina's assistance is invaluable and an asset to me and the business. They go above and beyond to ensure they provide exceptional work.
The Employment Team has a strong understanding and varied experience in all employment matters. They are able to assist with identifying any potential risks and provide guidance from start to finish. They are extremely responsive, reliable, and valuable.

Key clients

Committee of Management of the Public Employees' Pension Fund/Management Board of the Jersey's Teachers' Superannuation Fund
RBS International Employees’ Pension Trustees Limited
Alex Forbes
Rossborough Financial Services Limited
Evelyn Partners Group Limited
Jacobs Capital

Work highlights

Acted as lead advisers to the Committee of Management of the Public Employees' Pension Fund and the Management Board of the Jersey's Teachers Superannuation.

Provided advice in respect of the Jersey and Guernsey aspects of RBS International Employees’ Pension Trustees Limited.

Advised Jacobs Capital on the combination of Highvern and Permian.