Senior Associate

Location

Bristol / London / Reading / Newcastle /Leeds Flexible Hybrid Working

Overview

A highly regarded national law firm is looking to recruit an Employment Associate or Senior Associate to join its growing Employment team.

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and well-established practice advising a broad range of clients on both contentious and non-contentious employment matters. The team works closely with businesses across a variety of sectors, handling high-quality advisory, tribunal and strategic HR work.

The role would suit a lawyer looking for strong quality work, genuine flexibility and a supportive team environment with clear progression opportunities.

The Role

You will advise clients on a wide range of employment law matters including:

• Day-to-day employment advisory work
• Disciplinary, grievance and performance management matters
• Employment Tribunal claims and litigation
• Redundancy and restructuring projects
• TUPE advice
• Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, policies and settlement agreements
• Senior exits and sensitive employee relations matters
• Supporting corporate transactions from an employment perspective
• Business development and client relationship management

The role offers a strong mix of contentious, non-contentious and advisory work, with exposure to well-known clients and complex matters.

Candidate Requirements

Applications are welcomed from solicitors with:

• Approximately 2–6 years’ PQE in Employment law
• Strong technical employment law knowledge
• Experience managing a varied caseload
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• A commercial and pragmatic approach
• An interest in business development and team collaboration

Candidates from regional, national or City firms will all be considered.

What’s on Offer

• High-quality employment work
• Genuine hybrid and flexible working
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Clear progression opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Strong work-life balance compared to many larger City firms

For a confidential discussion and full details, please get in touch.