<div><h3>Senior Employment Solicitor</h3><h3>Location: Reading</h3><p><b>Salary: £70,000–£90,000 + Bonus</b></p><p><b>High-Impact Advisory Role | Clear Progression Path</b></p><h3>Take Your Employment Law Career to the Next Level</h3><p>Are you an experienced employment solicitor ready for a senior role in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team?</p><p>Our client’s Reading-based practice offers the chance to handle complex, high-profile employment matters for both Claimants and Respondents, with a clear pathway to further progression.</p><h3>The Role: Advise, Advocate, Advance</h3><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li><b>Manage a varied caseload</b> of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters, including advocacy in tribunal</li><li><b>Advise clients</b> (by phone, in person, and in writing) on contracts, policies, disciplinaries, grievances, TUPE, restructuring, data protection, and more</li><li><b>Draft legal documentation</b> (claims, responses, witness statements, submissions) and conduct negotiations</li><li><b>Project manage</b> client assignments, including restructures and strategic HR projects</li><li><b>Support helpline queries</b> and contribute to the firm’s online HR resource</li><li><b>Drive business development</b> through events, networking, and know-how initiatives</li><li><b>Collaborate with the Tech Hub and HR consultancy teams</b></li><li><b>Efficiently bill files and manage time effectively</b></li></ul><h3>What We’re Looking For</h3><h3>Essential Experience & Qualifications</h3><ul><li><b>Qualified Solicitor with valid Law Society Practising Certificate</b></li><li><b>6+ years’ PQE</b> in employment law (UK practice)</li><li><b>Strong track record in advocacy and tribunal work</b> (complex claims, discrimination, equal pay, protected disclosures)</li><li><b>Excellent drafting, research, and technical skills</b></li><li><b>Consistently strong academic background (min 2:1 degree, A/B at A-levels or equivalent)</b></li><li><b>Proficient with Word, Outlook, and case management systems</b></li><li><b>Commercial curiosity and enthusiasm for business development</b></li><li><b>Outstanding time management and communication skills</b></li></ul><h3>Benefits & Career Progression</h3><ul><li><b>Competitive salary (£70,000–£90,000) plus discretionary bonus</b></li><li><b>Hybrid working (flexible after probation)</b></li><li><b>25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays</b></li><li><b>Medicash health benefits</b></li><li><b>Enhanced pension scheme</b></li><li><b>Modern office, collaborative culture, and clear progression to partnership</b></li><li><b>Ongoing professional development and cross-disciplinary projects</b></li></ul><h3>Why Join?</h3><p>You’ll join a highly regarded, innovative team with a focus on complex, meaningful work and real client impact. This is an opportunity to further your career in a progressive environment where your expertise and ambition are truly valued.</p><h3>How to Apply</h3><p>For a confidential discussion or to apply, contact <b>David Hawthorne-Finch</b> at Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions:</p><ul><li>Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com</li></ul><p>All applications and enquiries will be treated in strict confidence.</p><p>Our client is a leading, award-winning law firm. Full client details provided to shortlisted candidates only. Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is committed to equal opportunities and confidentiality throughout the recruitment process.</p></div>