Employment Senior Associate Solicitor – Leading Chambers-Ranked Firm Reading | Hybrid Working | £70,000-£85,000 Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced Employment Solicitor (5 PQE) looking to step up within a top-tier team? Our client, a highly respected Chambers-ranked law firm in Reading, is expanding its award-winning Employment department and is seeking a skilled Senior Associate to join the team. Why Apply? Market-leading employment practice working with both Claimants and Respondents £70,000-£85,000 private healthcare strong benefits High-quality work, complex matters and immediate responsibility Genuine hybrid working & supportive, friendly culture Excellent career progression opportunities The Role: You will handle a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, acting for individuals and businesses across a wide range of sectors. Key Responsibilities: Advising clients (telephone, written and in-person) on day-to-day and strategic employment law issues Drafting employment documentation, including contracts, policies, settlement agreements Preparing claim and response forms, witness statements, legal submissions and evidence bundles Conducting negotiations on behalf of clients Advocacy at Employment Tribunal hearings (previous experience advantageous) Managing complex tribunal claims, often involving protected disclosures, discrimination and equal pay Supporting clients with restructuring projects, TUPE transfers and workforce changes Working collaboratively on larger team matters, including project management on client initiatives Responding to helpline queries promptly across areas such as contracts, policies, disciplinaries, grievances and data protection Providing employment support on corporate transactions Participating in business development activities - seminars, workshops, networking and article writing Ensuring timely and accurate billing of files Developing deep sector knowledge and maintaining genuine curiosity about clients' businesses, both commercially and technically About You: 5 PQE gained at a recognised London or regional firm Strong technical skills across the full spectrum of employment law Confident advisor with excellent drafting, negotiation and communication abilities Minimum 2:1 degree Interest in marketing and business development is an advantage Previous tribunal and advocacy experience beneficial but not essential What's On Offer: A rare opportunity to join a respected, progressive firm offering: First-rate work A close-knit and supportive team Excellent salary and benefits Real scope for long-term progression Salary: £70,000-£85,000 DOE Location: Reading (Hybrid) For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Gayle Woolf at G2 Legal. INDCATS