Employment Solicitor

Employment Solicitor / Head of Department £70,000–£90,000 DOE | Permanent | Full-time/Flexi-time If you are an experienced Employment Lawyer who would rather build something than inherit someone else’s blueprint, this deserves your attention. A growing regional law firm is looking for a commercially minded solicitor to establish and lead a new Employment Law department. You will have genuine autonomy to shape the service, develop its client base, recruit your future team and influence the wider direction of the firm. What’s in it for you? £70,000–£90,000, depending on experience and any followingThe freedom to build a department from the ground upSupport to recruit and develop your own teamA flexible approach to workingComprehensive benefits packageGenuine progression towards Partnership or Equity PartnershipThe chance to have a meaningful voice in the firm’s future The role You will combine a personal caseload with responsibility for developing a successful and profitable employment practice. Your work will include: Advising employers and employees on contentious and non-contentious mattersManaging employment disputes, advisory work and tribunal-related mattersBuilding relationships with local businesses, referrers and professional contactsDeveloping the department’s strategy, profile and service offeringRecruiting, supervising and mentoring team members as the practice growsIdentifying cross-referral opportunities across the wider firmManaging departmental performance, billing and profitability You You will be a solicitor authorised to practise in England and Wales, ideally with 6–10+ years’ PQE, although applications are welcomed from anyone who can demonstrate the necessary experience. You should also have: Strong technical employment law knowledgeCommercial awareness and an appetite for business developmentThe confidence to lead from the frontExcellent client-management and communication skillsPrevious supervisory or management experience, ideallyAn established following or referral network would be welcomed and rewarded This is not simply another senior solicitor vacancy. It is an opportunity to create a department with proper backing and make it your own. More Information For a confidential discussion, contact Charlie Raffan at G2 Legal.