Employment Partner - National Law Firm

CRA Legal; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established national law firm is seeking a Senior Employment Partner to lead its Employment practice from its Sheffield HQ. This role offers partnership from day one and a clear pathway to equity within two years. The firm is known for its collaborative culture and impressive growth, providing high-quality work and autonomy. You will handle a varied caseload, mentor junior solicitors, and contribute to strategic planning. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially-minded individual to shape the future of the Employment practice in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Company Car or Car Allowance

Annual Bonus Scheme

10% Pension Contribution

28 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Hybrid/Flexible Working Arrangements

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 8+ years of experience in Employment Law.
• Strong background in both claimant and respondent work.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a full spectrum of employment law issues.
• Represent clients in Employment Tribunal proceedings.
• Support business development and lead client initiatives.

Skills

Employment Law Expertise

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Mentoring

Education

Qualified Solicitor (8+ PQE)

Job description

Role: Senior Employment Partner - National Law Firm (Sheffield HQ)
Salary: £80,000 - £150,000 + Bonus (OTE £200k+)
Location: Sheffield (Hybrid Working Available)

A prestigious national law firm with its head office in Sheffield is seeking an ambitious and commercially-minded Senior Employment Partner to join its high-performing team. This opportunity offers partnership from day one, with a proven pathway to equity within two years.

The Firm:
This is a well-established, forward-thinking national law firm known for its high-calibre work, collaborative culture and impressive growth trajectory. With a strong footprint across the UK, the firm is now strategically expanding its Employment Law capability at a senior level from its Sheffield base.

The Role:
You will play a key role in leading the development of the Employment practice, handling a varied caseload of both claimant and respondent work, advising a broad client base across the private and public sectors. The successful candidate will bring expertise, drive, and the commercial acumen to grow and shape the offering at both a regional and national level.
Key Responsibilities:

* Advise on the full spectrum of employment law issues (contentious and non-contentious)
* Represent clients in Employment Tribunal proceedings and complex litigation
* Support business development and lead client relationship initiatives
* Mentor junior solicitors and support team leadership
* Contribute to strategic planning and long-term departmental growth
About You:

* Qualified Solicitor (8+ PQE) with a strong background in Employment Law
* Proven track record in both claimant and respondent work
* Experience in managing client relationships at a senior level
* A strong business development mindset and desire to build a team
* Ideally with existing following or strong referral network (not essential)
What's on Offer:

* Partnership from day one
* Genuine equity pathway within 2 years
* Competitive salary: £80,000 - £150,000 (DOE)
* OTE earnings in excess of £200k
* Private medical insurance
* Company car or car allowance
* Annual bonus scheme
* 10% pension contribution
* 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
* High-quality work and autonomy in a leading national firm

Apply in confidence today or for a confidential chat please contact Rob Addy on 07378 123456