Employment Solicitor – 9-month FTC

Employment Associate (4+ years PQE) – 9-month Fixed-Term Contract

About the Role: An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our client, a leading Top 100 London firm’s renowned Employment Team, which provides comprehensive advice across both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters. The role is on a hybrid basis in the office 3 days a week, and it can be full-time or part-time (4 or 5 days a week).

This role involves supporting high-profile clients on complex workplace issues and advising on employment-related aspects of corporate and real estate transactions. You’ll work closely with the firm’s corporate and property teams on mergers, acquisitions, and more, while also advising an impressive standalone client base in sectors such as finance, media, pharmaceuticals, and leisure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing strategic advice on key employment matters, including TUPE, post-termination restrictions, and partnership issues.
• Managing a diverse portfolio of advisory and litigation cases, representing clients at both Employment Tribunals and the High Court.
• Supporting corporate and property transactions with guidance on employment matters such as reorganisations, mergers, acquisitions, and cross-border workforce transitions.
• Advising clients on day-to-day HR concerns, including grievances, disciplinary actions, and drafting contracts and staff handbooks.

Team Highlights: The Employment Team at this firm is highly regarded for its expertise and dedication to client service, frequently praised for responsiveness, deep knowledge, and a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (or overseas qualified with UK experience), with a minimum of 4 years PQE within a highly regarded employment team.
• Demonstrated experience advising on a broad spectrum of employment law issues, including HR advisory, employment litigation, and corporate transactions. Approximately 80% of the role will be handling employment litigation.
• Excellent client service skills and a proven track record in direct client interactions.
• Strong interest in business development and a proactive, collaborative approach to teamwork.

Why This Role? At this Top 100 London firm, you’ll have the chance to work with a diverse client base, including multinational corporations, start-ups, and SMEs, often with cross-border elements. The team values diversity, professional growth, and collaborative working in a supportive environment.

Additional Information:

• Location: London
• Reporting to: Partner, Employment Team (within the Corporate Department)
• Chargeable Hours Target: 1350

If you’re a skilled employment lawyer looking to make a significant impact, apply now to join this leading firm’s dynamic team and advance your career.

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

Please note that your personal information will be treated in accordance with our Privacy Policy.