Senior Employment Law Solicitor - Cardiff
Cardiff/ Hybrid (4 days office/1 remote)
Salary DOE- over market rate
A well-regarded, growing regional law practice in Cardiff is seeking a Senior Employment Law Solicitor to lead and expand its employment offering. Known for approachable, effective legal solutions across both public and private sectors, including HR advisory, tribunal representation, and contentious/non-contentious matters, this is a strategic leadership role offering real influence and impact.
The Role
You will take on responsibility for managing a busy caseload covering unfair dismissal, discrimination, TUPE, redundancies, settlement agreements, grievances, employment contracts, and tribunal proceedings
Acting for both claimants and respondents, you'll provide pragmatic legal advice with strong commercial awareness.
This position offers a pathway into senior leadership: you'll help chart the department's strategic direction, deliver growth plans in conjunction with senior leadership, and mentor and supervise junior solicitors
What You'll Do
Independently manage a full employment law caseload from instruction to conclusion
Provide both contentious and advisory employment support to a varied client base
Build strong links with local businesses, HR consultancies, and professional networks to generate new business or and supervise junior team members, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused culture
Contribute to employment law strategy and broader firm initiativesYour Experience
Qualified Solicitor with minimum 4 years PQE in employment law
Proven tribunal experience and track record in both advisory and litigation work
Experience developing business and maintaining client relationships
Strong communication and supervision skills
Commercial mindset and strategic thinkingWhat's on Offer
Hybrid working: 4 days in-office, 1 day remote (flexible)
25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays and birthday leave
Legal fee discounts, pension, wellness support and staff benefits
Structured career path into senior leadership, with support and trainingYolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
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