Senior Associate – Employment – Global Law Firm – Belfast
Are you an employment solicitor interested in taking the next step in your career? You will work for a global law firm in a small but growing team where you will get exposure to an impressive client base of leading multinationals (incl. blue‑chip corporates) through to SME clients and to work across the full range of contentious and non‑contentious employment work.
This role is intended for an employment solicitor with 4+ years PQE and a solid background in commercial employment matters.
Why this role?
* Opportunity to work on cross‑border work (NI/ROI)
* Small but growing team with a strong career path
* High‑quality work across a broad range of employment matters
* Exposure to an impressive and broad client base from leading blue‑chip clients to SMEs
* Scope to work for an innovative firm with a modern approach to delivery of legal services
The Role
You will manage your own caseload of employment matters, both contentious and non‑contentious. Day‑to‑day responsibilities include:
* Advising clients on a broad range of employment matters including TUPE, reorganisations, contracts, policies, senior exits, etc.
* Advise clients and take ownership of employment claims from initial drafting of pleadings to conducting advocacy and working with counsel.
* Work closely with the corporate and commercial teams and provide corporate support on large and high‑value transactions.
* Mentor junior solicitors and assist with the future development and growth of the practice.
Qualifications
* Qualified solicitor – ideally 4+ years PQE, with focus on employment within a commercial firm.
* Previous experience managing tribunal matters and employment litigation.
* Experience of managing your own caseload.
* Experience of giving practical, commercial advice to respondent clients.
* Strong communication and client development skills.
Mid‑Senior level, Full‑time.
Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
Contact: lindsey@conektlegal.com or call 07852332587 for a confidential chat.
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