Job Description

Excellent opportunity for an Employment Solicitor to join a reputable, L500 firm in London on a 12-month Fixed Term Basis, starting end of April.

The firm and opportunity

Our client have a strong presence in London dedicated to providing top-tier legal services tailored to meet the unique needs of their clients. With a team of experienced and knowledgeable professionals, they offer a comprehensive range of legal solutions across various practice areas. The firm prides itself on delivering exceptional results, strategic advice, and personalised attention to every client they serve.

The firm are seeking an Employment Solicitor to cover maternity leave for up to 12 months in duration. This is to start at the end of April.

The firm are flexible and are open to the locum working on a hybrid basis, 5 days per week.

Responsibilities

The Employment Solicitor would be responsible for a mixed caseload of Employment matters for corporate and individual clients, advising employers and employees. Workload includes:

Discrimination & Whistleblowing

Employment Advice for Individuals

Contracts & Handbooks

Employment Aspects of M&A

Employment Claims

Redundancy Advice

Employee Shareholder Advice

Termination & Settlement Agreements

Restrictive Covenants & Confidentiality

Benefits

Competitive salary - £75,000k - £80,000k

Private medical and dental insurance

22 days annual leave + bank holidays + up to 3 days extra holiday over the Christmas period

Workplace Pension scheme

Life insurance, Group Income Protection and Employee Assistance Programme

Requirements

Qualified Employment Solicitor with a minimum of 6 years PQE

To be considered for this Employment Solicitor opportunity, please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.

Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK