Employment Lawyer

Medlock Partners; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning law firm is seeking talented Employment Lawyers to join its nationally recognized team. This innovative firm offers a fantastic opportunity to work with prestigious clients on complex employment law issues. With roles available in major UK cities, you will have the chance to advise on a wide range of employment matters, from contentious tribunal claims to strategic advice on cross-border issues. Join a supportive culture that promotes flexibility and career progression, making this an ideal environment for ambitious lawyers looking to make a significant impact in their field.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Leading development and training programme

Supportive culture promoting wellbeing

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• 2-7 years' PQE as an Employment Lawyer within a leading commercial practice.
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and complex legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise on contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
• Handle complex Employment Tribunal claims including discrimination.
• Support clients through organisational change and restructuring.

Skills

UK Employment Law

Contentious Employment Matters

Non-Contentious Employment Matters

Client Management Skills

Commercial Mindset

Education

Qualified Lawyer (2-7 years PQE)

Job description

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The Opportunity

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An award-winning UK law firm is seeking talented Employment Lawyers (2–7 years’ PQE) to join its nationally recognised Employment team. With roles available across several major UK cities, this is a fantastic opportunity to work with a market-leading practice known for delivering pragmatic, business-focused solutions to complex employment law issues.

The team is renowned for its commercial approach and deep sector knowledge, advising a roster of high-profile clients, including major corporates and financial institutions. If you're a technically strong, commercially astute lawyer looking for top-tier work and a platform for long-term career growth, this could be your next move.

The Role

• Advise on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
• Handle complex Employment Tribunal claims, including whistleblowing, discrimination, and unfair dismissal.
• Advise on senior-level employment issues, including executive recruitment, termination, and incentive arrangements.
• Support clients through organisational change projects, redundancy programmes, and restructuring.
• Deliver strategic advice on cross-border employment issues, including global mobility and compliance frameworks.
• Assist with employment aspects of corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and outsourcing.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship initiatives.

Key Requirements

• 2–7 years' PQE as an Employment Lawyer within a leading commercial practice.
• Strong understanding of UK employment law; cross-border or High Court litigation experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience advising on complex legal and strategic workforce matters.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• Commercial mindset with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• A desire to develop within a high-performing and supportive environment.

Why Join?

• Join one of the UK’s largest and most respected employment law teams.
• Work with prestigious clients on complex, high-impact matters.
• Access a leading development and training programme tailored to your career ambitions.
• Be part of a supportive culture that promotes flexibility, wellbeing, and work-life balance.
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements available.
• Genuine opportunities for progression in a growing, forward-thinking team.

This is an outstanding opportunity for ambitious Employment Lawyers to join a highly regarded team that offers excellent work, top-tier clients, and a clear path for career development.

If you are interested in this Employment Lawyer position and feel your experience matches the criteria, then please apply now for immediate consideration or for more information please contact Anna Hand.

Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist operating across England. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting and Legal Services

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