Employment Partner BelfastAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join a large and ambitious Belfast-based law firm as an Employment Partner.This role offers a rare opportunity to spearhead, shape and grow an employment practice within an already established and highly supportive wider firm structure. The platform, infrastructure and client base are already there; what our client is looking for is someone with the drive, vision and expertise to build and lead the department.While this is very much a growth-focused and entrepreneurial opportunity, it comes with the backing of a substantial firm with an excellent reputation, strong internal referral network and collaborative leadership team. Its an ideal move for someone who enjoys the idea of building something with autonomy, but without the risks often associated with a standalone startup environment.The successful candidate will advise on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters including:Employment Tribunal litigationHR and workplace advisory mattersDisciplinary and grievance issuesContracts, policies and proceduresRestructuring and redundancy projectsSenior exits and settlement agreementsSupporting corporate transactions from an employment perspectiveBusiness development and strategic practice growth initiativesThis opportunity would particularly suit an ambitious senior solicitor, Legal Director or existing Partner looking for a genuine leadership role with the opportunity to make a significant impact.The Ideal Candidate Will Have:Significant PQE within employment lawStrong technical expertise across contentious and non-contentious mattersA track record of developing client relationships and generating workCommercial awareness and entrepreneurial mindsetLeadership qualities with the ambition to grow a team and practice areaExcellent communication and business development skillsWhats on Offer:The opportunity to build and lead an employment practiceStrong support from an established and highly regarded wider firmHigh degree of autonomy and strategic inputClear progression and leadership opportunitiesCompetitive remuneration packageEquity potential for the right individualBelfast-based role with high-quality client exposureThis is a genuinely exciting opportunity for an ambitious Employment Solicitor seeking a leadership position with real growth potential and the chance to shape the future direction of a developing practice area.Total confidentiality assured - For an initial discussion get in touch with Stuart John at Sphere.Skills:Solicitor, lawyer, Partner, Employment LawWHJS1_NI