Job Description Senior Employment Lawyer Salary: £65,000-£85,000 (Doe) Location: Colchester, Essex About the Firm: Established 2007, award-winning firm with offices in Suffolk, Essex, and London Plans to double headcount by 2031 Committed to plain-English advice, outstanding service, and genuine work/life balance Role Responsibilities: Employment Tribunal litigation (Claimants and Respondents) Settlement Agreement advice and negotiation Disciplinary and grievance procedure management TUPE matters handling Employment contract drafting Civil litigation and business disputes support Key Requirements: Experience: Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive Minimum 5 years PQE Demonstrable employment law expertise Civil litigation experience preferred Skills: Exceptional communication abilities Strong client care approach Commercial awareness Proactive business development mindset Comprehensive Benefits Package: Competitive base salary with uncapped quarterly bonus (15% of billed work over target) Flexible working hours (8am-4pm, 9am-5pm, or 10am-6pm) 25 days holiday (increasing with service) 1 day monthly allocated to professional development Enhanced parental and sick pay Private healthcare, income protection, life assurance Mental Health First Aid support Employee Assistance Programme Monthly social events Free Food Fridays £100 anniversary benefit after 1 year Travel contribution (service-dependent) Shop and legal service discounts Working Arrangements: 37.5-hour week, Monday to Friday Flexible start/finish times "Dress for your Day" policy Next Steps: Interested candidates should apply now or contact Mara Watson: Email: M.watson@h-fts.com Phone: 0333 996 2882