Employment Legal Director

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is seeking an experienced Employment Legal Director to join their dynamic and supportive team. This role will involve representing clients on complex employment matters and offers a clear path to partnership within two to three years. The firm promotes inclusivity and career development, making it an ideal environment for professionals looking to advance their careers in a thriving practice.

Benefits

Hybrid and flexible work options

Private medical insurance

Dental cover

Income protection

Option to buy and sell annual leave

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ PQE gained from a reputable firm.
• Several years in a Senior Associate or Legal Director role.
• Exposure to a broad range of employment matters.

Responsibilities

• Represent senior executives and businesses on high-profile matters.
• Handle complex contentious and non-contentious employment issues.
• Participate in business development activities.

Skills

Business Development

Employment Law

Client Representation

Education

Qualified Lawyer

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Legal Director with 8+ years’ PQE sought for a L500 Employment Department

The Opportunity

This is a strategic hire for a busy employment team, with a strong and growing client base. Given the steady pipeline of high-quality work already in place, there’s no pressure to bring a following.

The role offers a clear and well-supported path to partnership within two to three years, with the firm committed to investing in your progression from the outset.

This role will see you represent senior executives and businesses on high-profile, complex contentious and non-contentious matters including discrimination, whistleblowing, partner disputes, restructures, and re-organisations.

The Firm

Our client is a well-established, full-service firm offering a blend of high-calibre work and a genuinely supportive culture. The firm hold over 40 L500 and Chambers rankings.

The firm attracts a diverse client base, including entrepreneurs, private clients and SMEs, across a range of sectors such as financial services, media & entertainment and health & social care.

Culturally, the firm and employment department specifically are inclusive and collaborative, encouraging career development at all levels. The firm are proud of their B Corp certification and strong pro-bono contributions, playing an active role in the local community.

Requirements

• 8+ years’ PQE, gained from a reputable firm
• Several years in a Senior Associate or Legal Director role
• Exposure to a broad range of employment matters, including representing senior executives
• The ability to demonstrate experience and interest in business development
• Hybrid and flexible work options
• Private medical insurance and dental cover
• Income protection
• Option to buy and sell annual leave

To be considered for this opportunity please contact Sophie Cogger at Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.