Senior Employment Solicitor - Leading Firm - Essex
Are you a skilled Employment Solicitor ready for a new challenge at a leading UK law firm? A top 100 firm is looking for an experienced solicitor to bring their expertise to its growing Employment team. This role is ideal for someone ready to thrive in a dynamic, full-service law firm with a longstanding reputation for excellence.
Why This Firm?
Renowned Reputation: This firm consistently ranks among the top law firms in the UK. Known for its client-centred approach, the firm combines traditional values with an innovative outlook.
Professional Development: Clear advancement pathways based on merit and performance. Here, talented solicitors can progress from senior roles to leadership positions with ongoing professional development and career-building resources.
Flexibility & Balance: Benefit from a flexible work policy designed to balance career demands with personal wellbeing, creating a sustainable work environment.
Role Overview
In this senior role, you'll work with a variety of clients to address both contentious and non-contentious employment issues, guiding them through sensitive and often complex matters. Responsibilities include:
* Advising on employment contracts, company policies, and compliance with employment law.
* Handling high-stakes cases involving discrimination, unfair dismissal, and redundancy.
* Offering strategic guidance on restructuring, mergers, and acquisitions, including TUPE implications.
* Representing clients in employment tribunal hearings when disputes escalate.
* Building and strengthening client relationships by delivering proactive, strategic advice.
What We're Looking For
* Experience: Ideally, 5+ years PQE in employment law, with demonstrated success handling complex legal matters independently.
* Client-Focused & Personable: Strong communication skills and a personable approach, enabling you to foster lasting client relationships.
* High Standards of Excellence: A commitment to quality and professionalism, able to meet the needs of clients across a range of sectors.
* Commercial Insight: An ability to understand the business context of legal challenges, providing practical, tailored advice.
What's on Offer?
* Competitive Salary & Benefits: The role comes with a competitive package, including generous holiday entitlement, private healthcare, pension, and profit-sharing opportunities.
* Work-Life Balance: Flexible working options to support a healthy balance, with both office-based and remote work available.
* Commitment to Wellbeing: Access to mental health and wellness support resources, as well as opportunities for skill-building and study support.
Ready to make your next career move? If you're an experienced Employment Solicitor passionate about delivering top-quality legal service, reach out to us today to discuss this exceptional opportunity.
Apply below or contact Gemma at Austen Lloyd as soon as possible, quoting Role Ref: GL 58340 (Employment Solicitor - Essex)