Employment Solicitor

RSM; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to join their Legal team. This role involves managing a caseload, supervising junior solicitors, and providing legal guidance to corporate clients. The position offers a chance to impact client relationships and contribute to a dynamic team in a flexible working environment.

Benefits

27 days holiday with option to purchase additional days

Wellbeing benefits including financial tools

Individual healthcare coverage

Access to over 300 on-demand courses

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of UK employment law including tribunal claims.
• Experience managing a diverse caseload.
• Experience in advocacy or regulatory inspections.

Responsibilities

• Lead contact for employment law matters.
• Progress business development opportunities.
• Deliver technical expertise to clients.
• Supervise and assist junior solicitors.

Skills

Knowledge of UK employment law

Client relationship development

Caseload management

Team collaboration

Advocacy

Job description

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Employment Solicitor

We are searching for an experienced Employment Solicitor to make an impact within our Legal team at RSM UK.

Join our growing Legal 500 ranked employment team and drive our expansion plans in London.

This exciting role is ideal for those with a curious and entrepreneurial spirit who are looking to grow their careers in an environment that embraces innovation and forward thinking. You will have the opportunity to work with an impressive client portfolio, providing solutions to workforce challenges now and in the future.

As an Employment Solicitor, you will supervise junior solicitors, manage your own caseload, and develop relationships with UK and international corporate clients. Our environment allows you to make a difference to your career, our clients, and our team. You’ll be based in our London, Birmingham, or Manchester office, working on a hybrid schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading as a point of contact for employment law matters within the team.
• Identifying and progressing business development opportunities, pitching for new and existing clients.
• Proactively identifying future changes in employment law and government policy.
• Delivering technical expertise with a solutions-driven approach to clients.
• Supervising and assisting junior team members in their development.

What We Are Looking For:

Are you someone who thrives on variety, loves learning, and enjoys connecting with people? If you’re passionate about making improvements and can spot inefficiencies, this role is perfect for you. We value diverse experiences and perspectives. Our ideal candidate will have:

• Strong knowledge of UK employment law, including employment status, holiday pay, equal pay, minimum wage, due diligence, and tribunal claims.
• Experience in developing client relationships and proactively identifying issues and solutions.
• Proven ability to manage a diverse caseload and meet deadlines.
• Experience working in a team environment on projects and transactional matters.
• Experience in advocacy or dealing with regulatory inspections.

What We Can Offer You:

We recognize our people are our most valuable assets. We offer a flexible rewards and benefits package, including:

• 27 days holiday (with option to purchase additional days)
• Wellbeing benefits, including financial tools, electric car scheme, and virtual GP access
• Individual healthcare coverage
• Access to over 300 on-demand courses developed by our talent development team