About the Team The Employment Team is led by Rena Magdani and is ranked in Band 1 in Chambers & Partners and recognised as a Leader in the Field by Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500. The Team comprises over 48 employment specialists across the country. The team provide a specialist employment law and HR advisory service to a range of companies from PLCs to SMEs. This includes advice on disciplinary and grievance matters, unfair dismissal, discrimination, TUPE, whistleblowing, redundancy, restructures and strategic advice to senior management teams and boards. They also advise senior executives and professionals in all aspects of the employment relationship. We trust our people to work flexibly in the way that works best for them, their teams and our clients. Our firm is set up to ensure everyone’s voice is heard, and mutual respect is shown by all. We’re widely recognised for our inclusive attitude and diversity, winning ‘Firm of the Year’ at the UK Diversity Legal Awards and we have achieved Silver in the Investors in People Award. About the role We are seeking an Employment Associate/Senior Associate with circa. 2 PQE to join our friendly and dynamic team, ideally to be based in our Oxford office, working closely with Partner and Head of the Oxford Team, Nicola Wallbank, ranked by the Legal 500 as a Next Generation Partner – with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market. The nature of the work is fast paced and our clients’ interests are paramount so you must possess and demonstrate an enthusiasm, energy and passion for employment law, have exceptionally strong communication skills and work well in a team. The team takes a holistic approach to their work, offering a corporate level of service with a personal touch. The team also continues to experience rapid growth, so this role would also suit someone who is looking to get involved in business development. Key Responsibilities To work to a consistently high level and to provide an exemplary level of client service and care. Competent financial management and commercial awareness, including accurate time recording, billing, achievement of firm delivered targets and management of WIP. To contribute actively toward business development opportunities to ensure the retention of existing clients and expansion of business. To ensure at all times that you maintain up to date technical expertise. To be accountable for your own personal development and to continuously develop interpersonal and soft skills. To be competent at all times in accordance with the SRA competence standards To carry out any other such reasonable tasks that may be required from time to time. Your skills and qualifications Have directly relevant previous experience and have the correct level of post qualified experience (PQE) for the role in question. To have a strong commercial acumen and understanding of the industry and business of the client. A proven track record of competent financial management, ability to meet client expectations and sound case management skills. Good IT skills, experience, and confidence with using case management systems, electronic time recording and general Microsoft packages. To be a self-starting, friendly individual with excellent interpersonal skills. To be able to consistently demonstrate and embody the firm’s values. No agencies direct applications only. For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact the recruitment team RecruitmentFreethsfreeths.co.uk. Smart. Bold. Together. We Are Freeths. Become part of the team at Freeths. View some of our recent highlights on our website here. Do we sound like a match? If you’re someone who cares deeply, communicates openly and collaborates effectively, then we’d love to have you join our diverse, inclusive team.