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.
Apply Now
For further details or to apply, please submit a CV and covering letter
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Contract Type
Permanent
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Specialism
Legal
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Working pattern
Full Time
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Job ref
BBBH131522
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Expiry date
14 March 2025
Your consultant is
Aidan McAvinue
Senior Consultant
For more information on this role and to speak to the consultant hiring for it, get in touch via the details below.
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Email
[email protected] -
Phone
07587 729 019 -
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