Nick Hurley, Partner
Nick's practice is in respect of both contentious and non-contentious employment law issues.
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About
Nick is Head of the Employment Group at Charles Russell Speechlys. He has broad experience both in the Employment Tribunals and in the Civil Courts and has conducted cases involving discrimination, whistle blowing and TUPE to name but a few. Nick’s non-contentious experience covers a wide spectrum of work ranging from advising on complex employment documentation, giving strategic advice on reorganisation programmes and all sorts of business transfers.
Nick is a prolific contributor to newspapers and journals, regularly lectures on employment law issues, has appeared on radio and TV and has contributed chapters to a number of books. He is a non-executive Director of the City HR Association and is recognised as a world leading practitioner in Who’s Who Legal. Nick is recognised as leading individual for Employment in The Legal 500 and in Chambers & Partners for Employment.
Nick is admitted to practise in England and Wales.
Experience
- Angelina Georgiewska v BNP Paribas, 2018
- Matthew Pullen v CBRE, 2014
- Christopher Jarvis v Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Limited, 2013
- Re Integeral Limited [2012] All ER (D) 63 Feb
- IKOS CIF v Vincent Pfister 2011
- Becky Gauld v Katie Price (1) Peter Andre (2), 2008
Our thinking
David Coates
Charles Russell Speechlys has advised long-standing client Stonegate on a series A investment into Peckwater Brands
Stonegate is one of the largest pub companies in the UK with a rich portfolio that covers over 4,500 sites.
Nick Hurley
Nick Hurley appears on the Oven-Ready HR Podcast to discuss the latest developments in the world of employment law
Nick discusses the 2022 employment law landscape on the Oven-Ready HR podcast.
Nick Hurley
Nick Hurley quoted by People Management on whether employers can reduce sick pay for unvaccinated staff
Nick comments on the legal risks for companies opting not to provide company sick pay to isolating unjabbed workers.
Nick Hurley
The Work Xmas party: A Most Wonderful Time of the Year or just like Last Christmas?
Nick Hurley
Nick Hurley quoted by the Society for HR Management on the UK government's proposals to prevent workplace sexual harassment
The U.K. government introduced legislation in July 2021 for employers to take proactive steps to prevent sexual harassment on the job.
Nick Hurley
Nick Hurley interviewed by GB News on the legal ramifications of employers insisting employees have the COVID-19 vaccine
Nick considers the potential dangers of employers setting a precedent by adopting a 'No Jab, No Job' policy.
Nick Hurley
Government to introduce duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment
Nick Hurley
COVID-19 Vaccination – can an employer make it compulsory for employees?
We review what legal issues to take into account when considering to make vaccination compulsory as an employer.
Hamish Perry
Charles Russell Speechlys advises on the sale of No.1 Lounges Ltd to SwissportALD
SwissportALD will run nine No.1 Lounge properties at the UK’s London Heathrow, London Gatwick, and Birmingham airports.
Nick Hurley
Nick Hurley quoted by the Daily Mirror on the legal implications of implementing a 'No Jab, No Job' policy
"'No jab, no job' may seem clear and concise, but whether an employer can make it mandatory is far from straightforward.
Nick Hurley
Nick Hurley quoted by the Daily Mirror on 'no jab, no job' policies
'No jab, no job' may seem clear and concise, but mandatory policies requiring the Covid-19 vaccine are far from straightforward.
Nick Hurley
Nick Hurley quoted by SmallBusiness.co.uk on the legal issues around implementing mandatory vaccination policies
As the Covid-19 vaccine rollout continues, Nick Hurley considers whether employers can make it mandatory for staff to get the jab.
David Hicks
Charles Russell Speechlys advises Dalton Capital (Holdings) Limited on its sale to Polar Capital Holdings Plc
This acquisition has a strong strategic rationale for Polar Capital with its growth and diversification strategy.
Nick Hurley
ICO publishes guidance on responding to subject access requests
Taking a closer look at the ICO's recently published Guidance on the right of access and how to apply it in practice .
Nick Hurley
Nick Hurley and Rachel Warren write for Employment Law Journal on managing sexual harassment claims amid growing scrutiny by regulators
Nick Hurley
Working abroad: unintended consequences
Discovering the implications of working abroad in relation to employment, tax, financial regulations and immigration,
Rachel Warren
“The reputation of the profession is more important than the fortunes of any individual member.”
We explore the approach regulators are taking to allegations of misconduct arising from incidents which have occurred outside working hours.
Rachel Warren
“The reputation of the profession is more important than the fortunes of any individual member.”
Nick Hurley
A flirt too far?
Keir Gordon
Charles Russell Speechlys advises the founder of Global Technical Realty on USD$1bn investment by KKR
We advised the founder and CEO of GTR, and his management team on an initial USD$1bn investment by a global investment firm.