Employment partner Ed Bowyer is 'very commercial', advising multinational corporations on issues arising from all aspects of the employment relationship. Ed is 'recommended for his client skills' and his 'open and friendly style'. Clients appreciate that he takes the time to get 'under the skin' of their businesses and find out what makes them tick. In doing so, he is able to approach problems holistically, appreciating the commercial and legal issues. He also manages the employment aspects of complex international transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and large scale outsourcing agreements.

Ed also 'enjoys a healthy reputation as a determined and effective litigator'. He has particular experience in and knowledge of high value Employment Tribunal and High Court litigation; handling complex claims such as unfair dismissal, discrimination and whistleblowing. His clients include multinational corporations from all business sectors, and high-profile senior executives. Ed has concentrated on the financial services, consumer, life sciences, insurance, infrastructure and transportation, and technology, media and telecommunications sectors. He regularly speaks at employment law seminars and runs client training workshops. He offers 'practical, legally sound advice', cutting through the complexity to explain the crux of an issue, and how to overcome it.