A specialist employment law firm based in the heart of the City of London is looking to appoint a Senior Employment Solicitor to join its highly regarded and growing team.
The firm is recognised for advising both businesses and senior individuals on complex and high-value employment matters, with particular expertise in handling sensitive disputes, senior exits, discrimination claims, whistleblowing issues and workplace litigation. They are highly rated in both the Chambers and the Legal 500 making this an exciting opportunity to join a leading firm where you can continue to advance your career.
The role
We are looking for a commercially minded Employment Solicitor with strong contentious employment experience to join the team. The position would suit an individual with around 5+ years’ PQE, although applications from candidates with slightly more or less experience will also be considered.
You will be advising a sophisticated client base on a broad range of employment law matters, including high-value disputes, negotiations and strategic workplace issues. Working closely with experienced partners and senior lawyers, you will take ownership of your own caseload while also playing a key role in complex and high-profile matters.
What are they looking for?
- A qualified Employment Solicitor with approximately 5+ PQE gained within a recognised employment law practice
- Strong experience handling contentious employment matters, litigation and dispute resolution
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, client management and communication skills
- A commercially aware approach with the ability to provide pragmatic and strategic advice to clients
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage complex cases independently
- A collaborative team player with high professional and ethical standards
This firm offers an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected specialist practice in one of the most competitive and rewarding areas of law. The team acts on complex and high-profile matters for an impressive client base, providing exposure to first-class work from day one.
They offer a supportive and collaborative environment, genuine career progression opportunities and flexible hybrid working arrangements, alongside excellent compensation.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Alex Cook at alex@lrlegal.co.uk or call for a confidential discussion on 0208 078 9233 (office hours) or 07570040409 (out of office hours).
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The PQE identified on this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.
LR Legal Recruitment is operating as an Employment Agency in respect of this vacancy.
*We require a lawyer who has gained the necessary experience for the position advertised. The PQE identified on this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.
