Job Description
Employment Solicitor - 5+ PQE
West End, London - Leading Boutique Practice
A highly regarded West End firm is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer who thrives on high-quality work, close client relationships and a genuinely collegiate environment.
The Role
You'll handle a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, advising employers and senior executives across a range of sectors.
Typical work includes:
- Complex disciplinary and grievance issues
- Discrimination and whistleblowing claims
- Employment Tribunal litigation
- Senior exits, settlement agreements and restrictive covenants
- Drafting and negotiating employment contracts, policies and HR documentation
- Supporting corporate transactions with employment input
The firm offers a strong pipeline of work, a loyal client base and the autonomy to develop your own practice interests.
About You
We're looking for a Solicitor with:
- At least 5 years' post-qualification experience in employment law
- Strong technical ability and sound judgement
- Confidence managing matters independently while contributing to a collaborative team
- A commercial, solutions-focused approach to client service
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships
This role would suit someone seeking high-quality work without the bureaucracy of a large City firm and who values a supportive, down-to-earth culture.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive West End salary and benefits
- Clear progression opportunities
- A firm that genuinely values work-life balance
- Direct client contact and meaningful responsibility from day one
If you're an experienced employment lawyer looking for a fresh challenge in a respected West End practice, we'd love to hear from you.
