Employment Solicitor
- Birmingham
- £40,000-50,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Birmingham | Full-Time | PermanentRecognised in The Legal 500 & Chambers UK
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employment Solicitor (3-5 years' PQE) to join a highly regarded, regional law firm with a strong reputation for excellence. This is a confidential role with a firm recognised in both The Legal 500 and Chambers UK, offering high-quality work and a supportive environment designed to help you thrive professionally and personally.The Opportunity:
You will join a dynamic and award-winning Employment team operating across several locations in the West Midlands. Based in the firm's Birmingham office, you'll work closely with a highly respected divisional head and experienced colleagues across other offices. You'll also benefit from hybrid working and a collaborative team culture.Key Responsibilities:
- Advising both employers and employees on a wide range of employment law matters
- Handling TUPE, redundancy, and restrictive covenant cases
- Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements
- Representing clients in Employment Tribunal claims
- Preparing contracts, staff handbooks, and other legal documentation
- Conducting legal research and contributing to case strategy
- Supporting business development activities, including networking and article writing
- Mentoring junior team members
- 3-5 years' PQE in Employment Law
- Strong tribunal experience and ability to handle complex matters
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Commercially aware with a proactive approach to client and business development
- Collaborative and team-focused mindset
- Competitive salary
- 25 days' holiday plus 4 additional days over Christmas and all bank holidays
- Healthcare benefit scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme & 24/7 wellbeing support
- Discounted legal fees for staff and family
- Pension and death in service benefit
- Annual firmwide events and a strong internal culture
- A genuinely supportive, “people-first” culture with an emphasis on long-term career development and work/life balance