Ian Machray
Partner
Ian is an employment Partner and is also the Head of our Business Services team, which encompasses all of our regular “business as usual” services including commercial contracts, dispute resolution, employment, immigration and intellectual property services.
As Head of Business Services he ensures that we offer a joined-up approach which transcends traditional legal practice areas and focuses uncompromisingly on our clients’ needs. Ian has a reputation for building strong and enduring relationships and for creating bespoke solutions for each client’s unique circumstances.
As an employment Partner Ian specialises in complex TUPE matters, post-termination restrictions and high value or technical tribunal litigation.
Ian has a reputation for providing clear, concise and pragmatic advice and has extensive experience on advising on all aspects of employment law. Ian has brought cases before the Employment Appeal Tribunal and the Court of Appeal and has a proven track record of achieving successful outcomes in employment litigation. He enjoys assisting employers with their obligations under TUPE arising from corporate transactions and outsourcing. Ian also helps insolvency practitioners or potential buyers on TUPE obligations arising out of restructuring or insolvency scenarios.
He is a member of the Employment Lawyers Association.
“He's very accessible and really understands the culture of business.”
“Ian is a pleasure to work with and he always responds quickly.”
“We have every confidence in his guidance. He is comprehensive and honest in his responses and overall advice, which we appreciate immensely.”
"Ian's strength is his business-centred approach - he knows our business and tailors his advice accordingly."
"Ian Machray is practical, commercially oriented and responsive. He gives thorough advice in an easily understandable communication style."
"Ian Machray is practical, commercially oriented and responsive. He gives thorough advice in an easily understandable communication style. Ian's strength is his business-centred approach - he knows our business and tailors his advice accordingly."
"He is a very impressive employment lawyer and also easy to work with."
"Ian has a pragmatic, knowledgeable and supportive approach to any challenge thrown his way."
"He is very helpful and gives fast responses."
"Very knowledgeable."
"Ian Machray really stands out as someone who has great knowledge and experience in his field. He is able to explain matters in a straightforward and coherent way."
"Identifies the risks and evaluates the best course of action."
"Ian Machray always responds quickly, and is incredibly knowledgeable and approachable. He gives excellent advice."
"‘Ian Machray keeps a very level head, not only using his huge technical ability, but also advises with a human touch. He is very pragmatic and the solutions/assistance he has offered us when it comes to personnel matters has been second to none."