Employment Solicitor

Employment Solicitor (5+ PQE) – Birmingham (Hybrid Working)

Our well-established legal 500 regional law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services is seeking a Employment Solicitor at Senior Associate or Legal Director level to join its Birmingham Office.


The firm is recognised in leading legal directories and is known for its collaborative culture, long-term career development and commitment to employee wellbeing.

The Role

An experienced Employment Solicitor is sought to join a growing and highly regarded Employment team based in Birmingham. You will work closely with senior leadership and colleagues across multiple offices, contributing to both client work and the ongoing expansion of the team.

This role offers hybrid and flexible working arrangements, depending on business and client needs, alongside strong support from the wider team and access to an established client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied and complex caseload of employment law matters
• Advise both employers and employees on a broad range of employment issues
• Handle TUPE matters, redundancies and business transfers
• Draft and negotiate settlement agreements
• Advise on restrictive covenants, confidentiality breaches and workplace disputes
• Draft and review employment contracts and policies
• Manage Employment Tribunal claims from start to finish
• Prepare legal documentation, including submissions and correspondence
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop effective client strategies
• Support business development activities, including networking and content creation
• Assist with mentoring and developing junior team members

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ PQE in Employment Law
• Strong experience handling Employment Tribunal claims and complex matters
• Excellent communication, negotiation and client management skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development
• Experience or interest in mentoring junior staff

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary package
• 29 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure
• Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support
• Discounted legal services for employees and family
• Life assurance (death in service)
• Company pension scheme
• Regular social and team events

Why Apply?

• High-quality work within a respected and growing team
• Strong focus on career development and progression
• Supportive, people-focused culture with emphasis on work-life balance (35-hour week)
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Inclusive workplace with active community and wellbeing initiatives

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To be considered for this Employment Solicitor role please contact Rebecca Healey at G2 Legal Recruitment or apply online.

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