Senior Employment Solicitor Vacancy - Leading Commercial Law Firm, Reading
A highly regarded and innovative Tier 1 law firm based in Reading is seeking a Senior Employment Solicitor (7+ years PQE) to join its dynamic Employment team. This firm has a strong reputation for delivering exceptional legal services to a diverse portfolio of clients, including many blue-chip organisations.
The Role
* Advising on contentious and non-contentious matters, including disciplinary issues, dismissals, TUPE, redundancies, and discrimination claims.
* Managing Employment Tribunal and Employment Appeal Tribunal litigation.
* Providing employment law support on corporate transactions, including due diligence, TUPE, and warranties/indemnities.
* Delivering high-quality training seminars and workshops for employer clients.
* Handling employment terminations, settlement agreements, and related tax implications.
* Conducting advocacy before employment tribunals and courts.
* Exploring opportunities to gain experience in immigration and data protection issues.
Candidate Profile
* Have 7+ years PQE with broad experience in all aspects of employment law.
* Be skilled in Employment Tribunal litigation and corporate transactional support.
* Possess strong legal analysis, drafting, and verbal and written communication skills.
* Be commercially minded, confident in offering pragmatic advice, and comfortable taking a viewpoint.
* Have experience supervising and mentoring junior team members.
* Be proactive in business development and promoting the firm's services.
* Be able to work independently on complex, high-profile cases with minimal supervision.
Why Join the Firm?
* 28 days of holiday plus an extra day for your birthday.
* Enhanced pension scheme and life assurance (5x salary).
* Private medical insurance and wellbeing initiatives, including a weekly wellbeing hour.
* Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
* Additional benefits such as a cycle-to-work scheme, the option to bring your dog to work, and social committee events.
* The ability to purchase an additional 5 days of annual leave and an annual charity work allowance.
Team Structure
The team comprises 3 Partners, a Head of Immigration, a Senior Associate and an Associate Solicitor, 3 Solicitors, a Chartered Legal Executive, Paralegals, and administrative support staff, ensuring a collaborative and supportive environment.
The Firm
This is a well-established commercial law firm with an excellent reputation, consistently ranked in Legal 500 and Chambers UK. It offers a modern, forward-thinking culture and provides opportunities for genuine career progression.
How to Apply
For those seeking a challenging and rewarding senior role in employment law, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected firm that values ambition, innovation, and well-being. To apply, submit a CV.
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