Senior Employment Lawyer
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18 hours ago
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Job Summary
Job Description
Senior Employment Solicitor
Location: Reading
Salary: Bonus
High-Impact Advisory Role Clear Progression Path
Take Your Employment Law Career to the Next Level
Are you an experienced employment solicitor ready for a senior role in a dynamic multi-disciplinary team
Our clients 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.
The Role: Advise Advocate Advance
Key Responsibilities
Manage a varied caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters including advocacy in tribunal
Advise clients (by phone in person and in writing) on contracts policies disciplinaries grievances TUPE restructuring data protection and more
Draft legal documentation (claims responses witness statements submissions) and conduct negotiations
Project manage client assignments including restructures and strategic HR projects
Support helpline queries and contribute to the firms online HR resource
Drive business development through events networking and know-how initiatives
Collaborate with the Tech Hub and HR consultancy teams
Efficiently bill files and manage time effectively
What Were Looking For
Essential Experience & Qualifications
Qualified Solicitor with valid Law Society Practising Certificate
6 years PQE in employment law (UK practice)
Strong track record in advocacy and tribunal work (complex claims discrimination equal pay protected disclosures)
Excellent drafting research and technical skills
Consistently strong academic background (min 2:1 degree A/B at A-levels or equivalent)
Proficient with Word Outlook and case management systems
Commercial curiosity and enthusiasm for business development
Outstanding time management and communication skills
Benefits & Career Progression
Competitive salary () plus discretionary bonus
Hybrid working (flexible after probation)
25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
Medicash health benefits
Enhanced pension scheme
Modern office collaborative culture and clear progression to partnership
Ongoing professional development and cross-disciplinary projects
Why Join
Youll 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.
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion or to apply contact David Hawthorne-Finch at Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions:
All applications and enquiries will be treated in strict confidence.
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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Business Risk
- Compliance
- Intellectual Property Law
- Policy Management
- Risk Analysis
- Bar
- Banking
- Conflict Management
- Supreme Court
- Reporting
- Business Objectives
- Client Management
