Principal Lawyer
Job Summary
Are you ready to lead the charge for fairness in the workplace
At Thompsons Solicitors your expertise wont just be valuedit will shape the future of employment law. As Principal Lawyer heading up our Employment Rights team youll step into a senior role where your leadership litigation skills and passion for justice make a real difference to working people every single day.
What This Role Means for You
- Strategic leadership: Guide the direction of our Employment Rights team setting the standard for excellence.
- Highprofile impact: Take on complex headlinemaking cases that influence how employment rights are defended and advanced.
- Mentorship: Inspire and develop a talented team of lawyers sharing your knowledge and building future leaders.
- Voice for change: Work closely with trade unions and the Labour movement ensuring working people are heard and protected.
- Hybrid flexibility: Enjoy a 50/50 home/office split with your base and occasional travel to connect with your wider team (all costs covered).
What Youll Bring
- 8 years postqualification experience in employment law.
- Sharp litigation skills and confidence in handling complex cases.
- A deep understanding of employment rights and tribunal processes.
- Proven leadership and supervisory experience.
- A passion for justice and commitment to advancing workplace fairness.
What we offer...
- Competitive salary 5500 car allowance
- Generous contributory pension scheme
- 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and 5 days at Christmas
- Hybrid working for better worklife balance
- Life assurance permanent health insurance & healthcare cash plan
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Key Skills
About Company
Thompsons Solicitors is a leading social justice law firm that has been fighting for the rights of the injured and mistreated for 100 years