Associate

Sarah McGowan

Languages

English

Sarah is an Associate in the Employment team based in the Edinburgh office. She joined the team in 2022, having completed her traineeship with CMS.

Sarah advises clients across the UK on a range of employment matters, including corporate transactions, policy reviews, and day-to-day employment issues. Sarah has also been involved in various international employment projects relating to a wide variety of issues alongside colleagues in other CMS offices across the globe.

Sarah is also a member of the Edinburgh CMS Women committee.

Relevant experience

Supporting a major financial institution with various multi-jurisdictional projects, including in relation to a quarterly development tracker, diversity data and pro-ration of bonuses.
Coordinating a large international deal, involving advising on the UK aspects of the acquisition and coordinating diligence and advice regarding the transfer of people and assets across 16 jurisdictions (including Europe, Africa, South America and Asia).
Defending a client in the education sector against claims for unfair dismissal, automatic unfair dismissal, breach of contract, detriments arising from a protected disclosure and discrimination on the grounds of pregnancy or maternity.

Memberships & Roles

Member, Employment Lawyers Association

Education

2022 – Admitted as a Solicitor in Scotland
2020 – Diploma in Professional Legal Practice, The University of Edinburgh
2019 – LLB (Hons), The University of Edinburgh

Practice Areas

Employment

Insights

Global Reach

UK Pay Gap Report 2024