Head of Employment – Essex | 5+ PQE | Lead a Growing Team
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 9am–5:30pm
An exciting opportunity has opened up at a modern, forward-thinking law firm for an experienced Employment Solicitor (5+ PQE) to lead a thriving Employment department. This is a leadership role with a clear scope to shape the team’s future and work closely with senior management, delivering strategic, high-quality advice to a strong client base.
What you’ll be doing:
* Leading and mentoring the Employment team, including support staff.
* Managing a varied caseload covering both contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
* Acting as a trusted advisor to individuals and businesses on all aspects of employment law.
* Playing an active role in business development and client retention strategies.
* Working with a collaborative team to meet targets while maintaining exceptional client service.
About you:
* A UK-qualified solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE in Employment Law.
* Strong litigation and advocacy experience.
* Commercially minded with excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
* Passionate about delivering clear, practical advice that adds real value to clients.
* Looking for a long-term role where you can make an impact and grow with the firm.
What’s on offer:
* Health cash plan
* Funded training & development
* Regular team socials
* Closed between Christmas and New Year
* A collaborative, down-to-earth team culture
* …and yes, plenty of cake in the office!
If you’re ready to step into a leadership role and work somewhere that combines quality work with a truly supportive culture, I’d love to hear from you.
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Created on 31/05/2025 by JR United Kingdom
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