Professional Support Lawyer - Employment & Immigration
Location: Bath / Hybrid
A unique opportunity has arisen for a Professional Support Lawyer (PSL) to join a top-tier Employment & Immigration team at one of the UK's leading law firms, now recruiting into their Bath office. This is a rare chance to work at a leading firm without the burden of time recording.
As a PSL, this individual will be a vital part of the department's engine room-ensuring lawyers have access to the latest legal knowledge, best practice, and training that enables them to deliver exceptional service. This role goes beyond traditional support; it's about shaping how the team operates, driving efficiency, and contributing directly to growth.
Key responsibilities include:
* Managing and updating the team's legal knowledge base-from precedents to policies-ensuring it's practical, comprehensive, and easy to access
* Leading the annual departmental support service, enhancing client value through innovative knowledge-sharing
* Keeping the team ahead of legal updates, case law and legislation, delivered through engaging training sessions
* Advising on developments and trends in employment law that could affect clients and the firm
* Designing and delivering workshops, seminars, and webinars in line with business development goals
* Supporting and leading department projects with clear ownership and measurable outcomes
* Contributing to strategic objectives with fresh ideas and a focus on implementation
The ideal candidate:
A qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with at least 5 years' post-qualification experience in employment law. Ideally with experience in knowledge management or training, they'll be a confident communicator who can distil complex legal content into clear, actionable guidance. Organised, proactive and technically strong, they'll be someone who builds trust and drives initiatives forward.
Why this firm?
Because it's not just any law firm. It's a progressive Top 100 business known for technical excellence and a genuinely supportive culture. No time recording. No rigid hierarchies. Just a clear focus on impact, contribution, and collaboration.
With over 620 colleagues across offices in Bath, the South West, Thames Valley, and London, progression is transparent and support is consistent. Diversity and inclusion are core to the culture, and adjustments are actively encouraged to help every candidate thrive.
This isn't just another PSL role. It's a rare opportunity to shape the future of a leading team-while working in a way that works for you.
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