Jo provides advice that is both strategically aligned and outcome-driven, and helps clients navigate workplace challenges with confidence and discretion.
Jo advises on all aspects of employment law, with particular sector experience in mining, construction, retail and financial services. Her cross-jurisdictional background reflects extensive experience in advising large-scale employers in England, particularly in relation to contentious matters and complex projects.
With a strong litigation background, Jo regularly advises on disputes involving unfair dismissal, discrimination, and Fair Work contraventions. She also maintains an investigations portfolio, having conducted numerous sensitive workplace investigations into allegations of sexual harassment, bullying, and other misconduct.
Regularly supporting HR and in-house counsel on day-to-day employment issues, Jo is valued for her responsiveness, clarity in communication, and the ability to deliver advice that is both legally sound and commercially practical. Time spent in-house within the legal team of a major food retailer has deepened her understanding of the commercial and operational drivers underpinning employment decisions.
Jo has particular expertise in managing multi-stakeholder projects, including large-scale pay compliance reviews and business restructures, with a focus on delivering practical outcomes and minimising risk.
Combining legal expertise with commercial insight, Jo helps clients make informed, strategic decisions in challenging employment contexts.