We are looking for an enthusiastic employment law solicitor to join the Employment, Pensions and Immigration National Service line (NSL).
We welcome applications for either our Birmingham or Manchester office.
The work undertaken by our Birmingham team is varied and spans a mix of sectors including health and care clients (both private and NHS); commercial clients (including automotive, manufacturing and retail); and higher education institutions.
You will have at least 4+ years' experience as an employment lawyer, gained in a reputable law firm or through in-house experience.
You will be self-starting, possessing common sense and initiative, and the ability to work as a team-player working on complex matters. You will also have very good time and documentation management skills and have keen attention to detail. You will have experience of managing your own matters on a day-to-day basis and of delegating to junior employment lawyers. You will be able to build very good relationships with clients and have excellent interpersonal and team skills, including the ability to work with others, influence and persuade.
Some previous experience of providing employment law support to clients in regulated sectors is desirable.
- Confident, self‑starting team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence, persuade and build strong client relationships
- Strong organisational skills, including time and document management, and experience delegating to junior team members
- Proven ability to lead Employment Tribunal and advisory matters with appropriate supervision at Senior Associate level
- Interest in client training, marketing and business development activities
Experience advising large employers and advocacy experience
