Employment Lawyer – Martin Searle

Sussex Law Society; Falmer; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm based in Brighton is seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer to join their team. The role involves advising on a full range of employment issues, with a strong focus on equality and supporting employees. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and experience in advocacy. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Opportunities for progression and career development

Friendly team environment

Employee pension scheme with employer contributions

Commitment to training and professional development

Regular staff nights out funded by the firm

Qualifications

• Experienced Employment Law Solicitor, in-house Counsel / Barrister, Legal Executive, or Case Worker.
• Ability to advocate to Case Management stage and at Judicial Mediations.

Responsibilities

• Advise employees and employers on a full range of employment issues.
• Bring and defend complex discrimination cases.

Skills

Good communication

Team player

Proficient with IT and case management systems

Job description

Employment Lawyer – Martin Searle

Location: Brighton & Home Based

Description:

We are looking to employ an experienced Employment Law Solicitor, in-house Counsel / Barrister, Legal Executive or Case Worker to join our Employment Law team. We predominantly advise employees but also work with employers on a full range of employment issues and have a national reputation for campaigning for equality in the workplace. You will enjoy all aspects of Employment Law as well as bringing and defending complex discrimination cases.

You need to be a good communicator and team player who is committed to providing a high-quality service to all our clients.

You must also be proficient at using IT and case management systems and able to carry out your own advocacy to at least Case Management stage. It is desirable that you advocate at Judicial Mediations and Final Hearings.

We are an equal opportunities employer and will consider applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly.

Salary: Competitive

Deadline: 5pm on Monday 20 October 2025

Benefits:

• Opportunities for progression and career development (firm moving to Employee Ownership Model in 2026)
• Working for a purpose driven campaigning law firm
• Friendly team environment
• Holiday increase based on length of service
• Commitment to training and continuing professional development
• Employee pension scheme with employer contributions
• Brighton location
• Regular staff nights out funded by the firm

Why work at Martin Searle Solicitors?

We are an award-winning, Legal 500 ranked community law firm dedicated to making a difference to our community. We promote equality of opportunity and diversity in our workplace and for our clients. We believe actions speaks louder than words and are well known for our campaigns to increase access to justice and to stamp out discrimination in the workplace. Our supportive employment environment is an ideal fit for talented lawyers who want to make a positive difference.

How to apply:

Please send your CV together with a covering email explaining why you want to join our Employment Law team at Martin Searle Solicitors to [e-mail]

Application closing date: Monday 20 October 2025.