Employment Solicitor (5+PQE) - Reading

Negotiable

Reading, Berkshire

posted 12 Feb 25

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Employment Solicitor (5+PQE) - Reading

Negotiable

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About this role

Employment Solicitor
Associate or Partner (5+ years' PQE)
Reading

The Firm
A highly regarded Thames Valley law firm with multiple offices is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to join its well-established and growing team. Recognised in Chambers UK and The Legal 500, the firm provides expert legal services across a range of sectors, maintaining a reputation for excellence, integrity, and outstanding client care.

The Role
An opportunity has arisen for a solicitor with 5+ years' PQE to join the firm's Employment Law team at Associate or Partner level. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters, working with a broad client base while contributing to the development of the team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing a busy caseload of employment law matters, including contracts, policies, disputes, redundancies, TUPE, and tribunal claims.
  • Handling cases efficiently and cost-effectively while maintaining the highest professional standards.
  • Engaging in business development and networking activities.
  • Providing mentorship and support to junior team members.
  • Upholding the firm's values of excellence, integrity, and approachability.


The Candidate
The ideal candidate will:

  • Have 5+ years' PQE in employment law, gained at a respected firm.
  • Hold at least a 2.1 degree and a strong academic background.
  • Demonstrate excellent communication and client care skills.
  • Be a team player with a strong reputation and work ethic.
  • Have experience mentoring junior colleagues and a passion for business development.


The Offer

  • A well-established and highly regarded Employment Law team.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Hybrid working with flexibility.
  • A supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Career progression opportunities at a firm with a strong regional reputation.


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For further details or to apply, please submit a CV and covering letter

  • Contract Type

    Permanent

  • Specialism

    Legal

  • Working pattern

    Full Time

  • Job ref

    BBBH131522

  • Expiry date

    14 March 2025

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Your consultant is

Aidan McAvinue

Senior Consultant

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