Sharney Randhawa Senior Managing Associate
Employment Law
Sharney Randhawa is a Senior Managing Associate in Swinburne Maddison’s Employment team, having been promoted to this role in May 2026. A highly regarded employment law specialist, she advises employers, employees and professionals on both contentious and non-contentious workplace matters.
Sharney began her legal career following her studies at the University of Nottingham, before training and working at a leading London law firm. She joined Swinburne Maddison in 2018 and has progressed rapidly, being promoted to Associate in 2019, Managing Associate in 2020, and Senior Managing Associate in May 2026, reflecting her expertise and commitment to her specialism.
Known for her pragmatic and efficient approach, Sharney combines deep legal knowledge with a strong focus on achieving the best possible outcomes for her clients. She understands the emotional and financial impact of employment disputes and works closely with clients to navigate challenges with confidence.
Sharney is particularly valued for her clear, commercially focused advice and her ability to resolve matters swiftly and effectively. Her strong negotiation skills enable her to achieve favourable outcomes, often avoiding the need for prolonged litigation. Her approachable style and dedication to client service make her a trusted advisor across a wide range of employment law matters.
- Large-scale and high-profile Employment Tribunal and Employment Appeal Tribunal cases
- Discrimination and harassment claims
- Unfair dismissal and whistleblowing claims
- Corporate transactions and TUPE
- Professional discipline and regulatory investigations
Sharney’s knowledge spans multiple sectors, including financial services, healthcare, education, and hospitality, making her a versatile and sought-after lawyer in the North East and beyond.
Sharney’s expertise encompasses a broad range of employment law issues, including unfair dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing, restrictive covenants, equal pay, and breach of contract claims. Her extensive experience representing both claimants and respondents provides her with a well-rounded perspective, enabling her to anticipate opposing strategies and secure strong outcomes for her clients.
In addition, Sharney advises employers on a variety of matters, including drafting contracts, HR policies, and staff handbooks, handling redundancies, TUPE transfers, family-friendly rights, and navigating employment aspects of corporate transactions. She also represents clients in complex Employment Tribunal cases, where her technical skills and straightforward, honest approach ensure clarity and confidence to her clients throughout the process.
Career highlights include:
- Successfully represented a client in a high-value whistleblowing and professional discipline case before the General Teaching Council Scotland.
- Acted for 51 claimants in a groundbreaking ET and EAT case involving race and religious discrimination and whistleblowing detriments.
- Represented High Court judges in high-profile discrimination claims against the government’s judicial pension scheme.
- Assisted in representing Terry Farr in the Financial Services Authority’s LIBOR investigation.
- Contributed to the landmark Court of Appeal case, Nadine Quashie v Stringfellows, on employment status and rights.
Professional Memberships:
- Member of the Employment Lawyers Association (ELA)
- Member of the Discrimination Law Association (DLA)
- Member of the Association of Regulatory and Disciplinary Lawyers (ARDL)
Sharney has made significant contributions to the legal field, including contributing to the Equal Opportunities chapter of Tolley’s Employment and Personnel Procedures.
She regularly presents employment seminars and provides training to employer organisations, firm clients and other solicitors.
Additionally, Sharney has demonstrated her commitment to giving back by offering pro bono support to OCD Action, a charity dedicated to supporting individuals with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
Sharney has been recognised as a Leading Associate in the 2027 edition of the Legal 500 and is noted for her ‘experience in discrimination, professional discipline and complex employment disputes.’ Her recognition spans over six years highlighting her expertise in Employment Law within the North East.
“I’d like to extend a massive thank you to Sharney Randhawa for her invaluable assistance with an employment issue that required legal expertise. Having never faced such a situation before, Sharney calmly listened to my concerns and, with warmth and professionalism, guided me through the necessary steps. At a time when I felt overwhelmed and in shock, her diligence and swift responses not only put me at ease but also led to a better-than-expected outcome in my favour. Thank you once again, Sharney. Top-notch work!”
“Sharney kept me fully up to date with the matter and explained everything very clearly throughout the process. Very friendly and approachable and would have no hesitation recommending.”
“We engaged with Swinburne Maddison LLP to provide guidance on employment law and legal agreements. I would highly recommend working with this company and a big thank you to Sharney Randhawa in helping our company with excellent advice and support.”
"I convey a heartfelt thank you to Swinburne Maddison for an exemplary and professional service throughout what became a very complex case. Jonathan Moreland and Sharney Randhawa are highly experienced in employment law and dispute resolution and handled my case superbly. The result was a resounding success. They provided immense support, guidance and advice throughout and acted swiftly and professionally at all times. Jonathan and Sharney kept me updated on a regular basis and communication was fantastic which helped immensely during a very stressful time. I unreservedly recommend this company and can't thank them enough for their understanding and professional approach. I will always be grateful to Swinburne Maddison for the truly exceptional work they have done on my behalf."
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Sending GIFs at Work – Lessons for Employers from a recent Tribunal Decision
A recent Employment Tribunal decision is a useful reminder that informal workplace messaging can carry serious consequences. What may be intended as humour or banter can still amount to unlawful harassment, particularly where the effect on the recipient is degrading, humiliating or offensive. The case concerned Georgiana Ursuleanu and Vicars Cross Healthcare Ltd. The claimant, a Romanian national, […]
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Breastfeeding in the Workplace: A Right or a Choice?
World Breastfeeding Week offers an important opportunity to revisit the legal and practical obligations employers owe to breastfeeding mothers returning to work. Having navigated this situation myself, and advised numerous clients on it over the years, I’ve seen firsthand where workplaces fall short and where they excel. Here, I outline the steps employers should take […]
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Micheldever Tyre Services Completes Acquisition of Tyre Spot Ltd
Micheldever Tyre Services has completed a deal to purchase Tyre Spot Ltd, which has 11 retail sites across the North East and a distribution site in County Durham servicing the wholesale market. Tyre Spot was established more than 50 years ago and has grown into the North East’s first choice for tyres, servicing and MOTs, […]
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Could your pension increase your Inheritance Tax bill? How the 2027 legislation change affects you
For many years, pensions have played an important role in estate planning. Unlike many other assets, unused pension funds could generally be passed to beneficiaries outside the scope of Inheritance Tax, making pensions an attractive way of preserving wealth for the next generation. From 6th April 2027 this is set to change, most unused pension […]
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Swinburne Maddison Expands Private Client Team Following Major Investment
Swinburne Maddison, one of the North East’s leading full-service law firms, has significantly expanded its Private Client team increasing the firm’s capacity to take on complex private client instructions across the North East and beyond. Following major investment in people, expertise and resources, the firm has brought together its strongest Private Client team to date. […]
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Martyn Tennant named Corporate Lawyer of the Year following landmark year
Partner and Head of the Corporate team at Swinburne Maddison, Martyn Tennant, has been named Corporate Lawyer of the Year at the 2026 North East Dealmakers Awards, marking a significant milestone in the continued growth of the firm’s Corporate team. The award recognises Martyn Tennant’s leadership on some of the most technically demanding and strategically […]
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