Associate - Employment 1-5PQE

Employment Associate | 1-5 PQE | Birmingham We are working with a highly regarded national law firm seeking an Employment Associate with between 1 and 5 years' PQE to join its growing Employment team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading practice with an outstanding reputation for advising a diverse client base across both the private and public sectors. The team is recognised for handling complex and high-value employment matters, acting for organisations including major businesses, charities, housing providers, educational institutions and public bodies. The successful candidate will benefit from early responsibility, high-quality work and excellent career development opportunities within a collaborative and supportive environment. The Role Advise clients on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters. Draft and review employment contracts, workplace policies and disciplinary and grievance procedures. Manage Employment Tribunal claims from initial instruction through to resolution. Support corporate transactions and restructures, including TUPE-related matters. Advise on employee relations issues and data subject access requests. Deliver strategic employment law advice to clients across a range of sectors. Build and maintain strong client relationships while contributing to business development initiatives. Produce thought leadership content and participate in seminars and client events. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal developments and sector-specific issues. Work collaboratively with colleagues across a nationally recognised Employment practice. Candidate Requirements Qualified Solicitor with 1-5 years' PQE in employment law. Strong technical knowledge across contentious and advisory employment matters. Experience advising commercial and/or public sector clients is advantageous. Excellent drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication abilities with confidence in client-facing situations. Commercially aware with the ability to provide practical, client-focused advice. Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. A collaborative team player with enthusiasm for business development and long-term career progression. Benefits Opportunity to join a highly ranked national Employment team with an exceptional market reputation. Exposure to a broad range of complex and high-quality employment work. Genuine responsibility and client contact from an early stage. Structured training and clear opportunities for career progression. Collaborative and supportive culture with access to experienced partners and senior lawyers. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious Employment Solicitor looking to accelerate their career within a leading national practice. For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Donna Jones at BCL Legal.