Alexandra Thompson
UK Guide 2025
Associates to watch : Employment: Employer
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About
Provided by Alexandra Thompson
Practice Areas
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.
Alex is also a trained Mental Health First Aider (MHFA).
Professional Memberships
Employment Lawyers Association
Industrial Law Society
Chambers Review
UK
Alexandra Thompson is a senior associate who acts as a key resource to a number of organisations seeking guidance on general HR matters, as well as employment grievances.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"She is great. She's really commercial and quick to respond on all matters."
"She has been very good at synthesising things in a way that helps me make good decisions."
"She is great. She's really commercial and quick to respond on all matters."
"She has been very good at synthesising things in a way that helps me make good decisions."