Alex is a senior associate in the employment team.
Alexandra advises both organisations and individuals on all aspects of the employment relationship, from negotiating complex contracts to exit strategies and beyond, including employment litigation in the Employment Tribunal and High Court.
Alex advises clients across a broad range of industries, including charities, fashion and brands, tech and financial services. She works closely with in-house HR and legal teams to successfully resolve HR issues (including disciplinary, grievance, capability and redundancy procedures), develop robust contractual documentation and policies, advise on exit negotiations, and navigate contentious matters (whether through litigation, or negotiated means). Alex has particular expertise assisting in international employment matters, with extensive cross-border knowledge. She also works closely with the Withers Tech team in connection with high-value commercial transactions, including investment rounds and founder-disputes.
Clients comment on Alex’s pragmatic and empathetic approach when handling delicate commercial and reputational issues. This is reflected in her ranking in Chambers UK 2024 and her ranking as a recommended lawyer in Legal 500 UK 2025, in which, a client quoted Alex to be 'a brilliant partner to us, and at points an extension of our team.'
Alex is also a trained Mental Health First Aider (MHFA).
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Me in a minute
I have always been fascinated by people and what makes them tick.
This is no doubt what led me to embark on a Psychology degree, but also what attracted me to the field of employment law and advising individuals and organisations on workplace relationships - from recruitment through to termination.
Work aside, I love to travel and venture off the beaten track - Northern India and Cuba are two favourites that spring to mind, but I'm always planning my next adventure. I also enjoy pilates and running, mainly to balance out my passion for cooking and discovering new restaurants.
Track record
Bank severance package
Assisted with the financial and non-financial negotiations regarding the severance package for the CEO of a global bank.
Unfair dismissal and whistleblowing claim
Acted for the claimant in a multi-million pound unfair dismissal and whistleblowing claim brought against an international financial institution.
Healthcare charity
Providing strategic and reactive employment law advice to one of the UK's leading healthcare charities.
Insight
Admissions
England and Wales, 2014
Education
University of Bristol, B.Sc. Psychology
Languages
- English
Memberships
Employment Lawyers Association
Industrial Law Society
Women's Networking Group Committee
Key dates
- Year joined: 2012