Associate Employment Solicitor

Description:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join a prestigious Top 200 UK Law Firm. This is an exciting role for a solicitor with at least 6 years PQE, offering exposure to high-profile and complex employment matters in contentious and non-contentious law, with clear opportunities for career advancement.

As an Associate, you will advise businesses, senior executives, directors, and founders across multiple sectors, including financial services, technology, and sport. You will handle matters both within the UK and internationally, covering a diverse range of employment issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload, advising on employment contracts, dismissals, disputes, and business transfers

• Draft and negotiate key employment documents such as service agreements and settlement agreements

• Offer commercial advice on employment-related issues, including workplace disputes and protection of confidential information

• Provide TUPE advice and support cross-border transactional work involving international solicitors

• Play a role in business development, collaborating with the Employment team’s Partner and Associate to foster growth

• Oversee and mentor junior team members

What You Will Have:

• A client-focused and commercially-minded approach to managing complex cases

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to manage clients effectively

• Proactive and self-driven, with a passion for growing your practice within the firm

Why Join:
This role offers a unique chance to develop your career at one of the UK's top law firms, working with prestigious clients on a range of high-profile matters. You will receive a competitive salary (£110,000 - £140,000) and comprehensive big firm benefits.