With in-depth expertise in pensions, DLA Piper is a key port of call for Fortune 500 companies on a breadth of employment mandates. Iain Skinner leads the team and is highly proficient in employee transfers, recruitment, and exits. Nadia Akhter is informed in data privacy, while Victoria Smylie is well-versed in employee investigations. Natalie Jones left the firm in 2026.
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Key clients
- GE Vernova
- Rapyd
- TikTok
- PwC
- Nanostone Water
Work highlights
Advised a multi-national events company to conduct vendor due diligence on part of the client's own business ahead of establishing a joint venture company with another leading events company for the purpose of conducting events in the region, including entities in the UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi) and KSA.
Advised a multinational hospitality company on the introduction of a new remuneration model for senior leadership.
Advising an American non-profit on training on drafting addendums to employment contracts.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Iain Skinner
Other key lawyers
Nadia Akhter; Victoria Smylie