Employment Professional Support Lawyer – reading
A leading law firm in Reading is seeking an Employment Professional Support Lawyer (PSL)/Knowledge Lawyer to join its established Employment team in Reading on a part-time (3 days per week) basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Employment Solicitor (4+ PQE) looking to transition into a non-fee earning, knowledge-focused role, or for an experienced PSL seeking greater flexibility.
You will play a central role in shaping the team’s legal knowledge, training strategy and technical excellence, working closely with partners and fee earners.
Key Responsibilities
* Monitor and interpret UK employment law developments, including case law and legislation
* Deliver training programmes, workshops and legal updates to Solicitors and Trainees
* Draft and maintain precedents, templates and know-how resources
* Provide technical support on complex employment law queries
* Produce client-facing insights, articles and thought leadership content
* Support business development and pitch materials with technical input
* Drive consistency and best practice across the Employment team
About You
* Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with strong employment law experience
* Ideally 4+ PQE (flexible depending on background)
* Experience as a Professional Support Lawyer/Knowledge Lawyer OR a strong interest in moving into a PSL role
* Excellent drafting, training and communication skills
* Strong technical knowledge of employment law, HR advisory work and tribunal processes
* Commercial awareness and ability to translate legal developments into practical guidance
Salary & Benefits
* Competitive salary aligned with market data £50k–£55k
* Part-time salary pro-rated (3 days per week)
* Hybrid working and flexible hours
* Private healthcare, pension and bonus scheme (where applicable)
* Clear career pathway within knowledge, training and innovation
Why Apply?
* Move away from fee earning into a strategic, advisory role
* Join a collaborative Employment team with strong technical expertise
* Flexible working suited to work-life balance or portfolio careers
* Opportunity to shape training, legal innovation and knowledge strategy
Apply Now
If you are an Employment Solicitor or PSL/Knowledge Lawyer looking for a flexible, intellectually engaging role in Reading, we would love to hear from you.
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