Job Description
Employment Lawyer - 5 years+ PQE
Salary: £75,000–£90,000
Location: Hertfordshire (Hybrid)
The Opportunity
Ready to lead employment law practice at a firm that genuinely invests in your career? Our client is an industry recognised regional law firm seeking an ambitious Employment Lawyer to join their growing Company and Commercial team.
This is your chance to shape the employment law offering of a respected practice whilst enjoying genuine flexibility, structured progression, and a workplace where staff are proud to work.
About the Role
You'll develop a mixed caseload of transactional, non-contentious and contentious employment work, working alongside colleagues across multiple office locations. Your responsibilities will include:
Strategic & Advisory Work
* Providing comprehensive HR advice and support to employer clients
* Drafting service agreements, contracts of employment, staff handbooks and policies
* Advising on employee terminations, redundancies, restructuring and settlement agreements
* Managing disciplinary procedures and internal investigations
* Advising on TUPE matters and boardroom disputes
Contentious & Transactional
* Representing clients in employment tribunal and court proceedings (unfair dismissal, wrongful dismissal, discrimination claims)
* Supporting corporate transactions with employment due diligence and TUPE advice
* Delivering training, seminars and legal updates
Business Development
* Demonstrating strong business development and marketing skills
* Contributing to the firm's social media and thought leadership initiatives
* Building and growing client relationships
About You
You'll be a qualified Solicitor, CILEX or FILEX member with:
Essential Experience & Skills
* 5+ years' post-qualification experience in employment law
* Strong technical knowledge of employment law with proven ability to deliver profitable work
* Excellent client care skills and commitment to service excellence
* Proven track record of developing and growing client relationships
* Experience acting for employers on a wide range of matters
Your Approach
* Dedicated to providing excellent client service
* Team player with a 'can-do' attitude who goes the extra mile
* Strong judgement, maturity and risk awareness
* Positive attitude and genuine interest in promoting the firm's reputation
* Pride in your work and commitment to excellence
What You'll Receive
Compensation & Financial Benefits
* Salary: £75,000–£90,000 (depending on experience)
* Firm-wide and fee-earner bonus schemes
* Automatic enrolment to contributory corporate pension scheme (salary sacrifice)
* Access to a financial wellbeing platform
Work-Life Balance & Flexibility
* Hybrid working arrangements
* 25 days' holiday per year, rising by one day per year of service (maximum 30 days)
* Monthly one-to-ones and six-monthly appraisals
* Supportive, nurturing working environment
Health & Wellbeing
* Automatic enrolment to Employee Assistance Programme
* Healthcare Cash Plan (after probation) covering dependants
* Designated Social and Wellbeing champions in each office
* Wellness initiatives including social walks, book clubs and charitable activities
* Annual staff events (summer, Christmas, quarterly office lunches, staff quiz)
Career Development
* Structured career path with clear progression opportunities
* Supported and mentored professional development
* Opportunities to lead and grow the employment law offering
* Access to training and continued learning
About Our Client
Our client is a respected regional law firm with five offices across Hertfordshire, Essex and London. With over a century of heritage, they're committed to being the 'go to' private wealth legal practice in their region through excellence, integrity, teamwork, innovation and respect. They're passionate about giving back to local communities and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.
How to Apply
If you meet the above criteria and are ready to progress your employment law career with a firm that truly values its people, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact:
Mara Watson
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd
Email: m.-
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Please send your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience.
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