Chris Syder
Partner
Sectors
Technology
Chris is a partner in the employment team, with significant experience and excellent technical skills across the breadth of employment law. He is also the co-head of the firm’s North American group.
He frequently advises his clients on their most challenging and sensitive UK employment and HR related issues, as well as on internal and regulatory investigations and restrictive covenants. Chris is a solutions-focused and strategic adviser, who takes into account the full range of business needs when offering advice. He tackles the most complex of employment litigation and advice, with extensive experience of tribunal litigation, including unfair dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing and breach of contract claims. In addition to his extensive litigation experience, Chris advises his clients on the regulatory considerations, the employment aspects of purchases, executive terminations, and cross border expansion projects.
I have wide experience across the breadth of UK employment law. I am particularly known for advising international clients and senior executives on their most complex matters. I am a solutions-focused adviser, whether in litigation, investigations, or transactions. I explain complex issues simply and make my advice user-friendly.
He is also a frequent commentator on employment issues, with a particular interest in responsible business, ESG (environmental, social, and governance) and workplace culture. Chris is a CEDR accredited mediator.
Recent work highlights
Seven figure discrimination claim
Complex UK employment law advice
Discrimination investigation service
Restrictive covenant enforcement
Whistleblowing claim
External recognition
What people are saying
Chris Syder has been exceptional in supporting my team and I, his commitment to the role/Penningtons is fantastic, he always makes himself available, offering practical and pragmatic solutions.
Chris Syder is a trusted partner and the first person I will contact if a complicated employment matter arises.
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