Employment Solicitor

Flint Bishop LLP; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Death in service

Generous annual leave

Birthday day off

Staff discounts

Job summary

Flint Bishop LLP in Derby is seeking ambitious Employment Solicitors at all levels to join our growing Employment team. You will advise SMEs to national organisations, manage your own caseload, and contribute to the team’s strategic growth. Depending on level, there will be opportunities to mentor and lead on complex matters.

Senior Associate and Partner candidates will have opportunities to mentor, lead client relationships, and drive business development as part of our ongoing expansion.

Qualifications

• Experience advising on both contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
• Strong understanding of Employment Tribunal procedures and litigation.
• Excellent ability to provide commercially focused advice to a varied client base.
• Outstanding client care and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day HR and employment law advisory work.
• Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, policies and procedures.
• Managing disciplinary, grievance and capability issues.
• Advising on redundancies, restructures and TUPE matters.
• Employment Tribunal claims and litigation support.
• Settlement agreements and termination negotiations.
• Employment aspects of corporate transactions and business reorganisations.
• Business development and client relationship management.
• Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to team growth.

Skills

Employment law

Tribunal procedures

Contract drafting

Client relationships

Business development

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Department: Employment

Location: Derby, UK

Description

We are currently looking to speak with ambitious Employment Solicitors at all levels, including Associate, Senior Associate and Partner, to join our growing Employment team in Derby.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-established and highly regarded practice, advising a diverse client base ranging from SMEs and owner-managed businesses to larger regional and national organisations. Depending on your level of experience, you will have the opportunity to manage your own caseload, support on complex and high-value matters, develop client relationships, and play a key role in the continued growth of the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Day-to-day HR and employment law advisory work.
• Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, policies and procedures.
• Managing disciplinary, grievance and capability issues.
• Advising on redundancies, restructures and TUPE matters.
• Employment Tribunal claims and litigation support.
• Settlement agreements and termination negotiations.
• Employment aspects of corporate transactions and business reorganisations.
• Business development and client relationship management.

For senior lawyers and Partner-level candidates, there will be opportunities to contribute to strategic growth initiatives, mentoring and leadership within the team.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Experience advising on both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters.
• A strong understanding of Employment Tribunal procedures, processes and litigation.
• Excellent technical knowledge of employment law and the ability to provide commercially focused advice to a varied client base.
• Exceptional client care skills, with the ability to build and maintain trusted relationships.
• A proactive and motivated approach, with a desire to contribute to the continued success and growth of the team.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage matters efficiently and independently.
• An aptitude for networking, business development and identifying opportunities to strengthen existing and new client relationships.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business.

For Senior Associate and Partner level candidates, experience of mentoring junior lawyers, developing key client relationships and supporting team growth will be highly valued. Partner candidates with an existing following are encouraged to apply, although this is not essential for individuals who can demonstrate a strong track record of business development and practice growth.

Disclosure will be required in the event that a position is offered. Financial checks will be required in the event that a position is offered.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme
• Death in service benefit
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities
• Generous annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Option to buy or sell up to one week's holiday
• Ability to carry over one week's annual leave
• Additional day off to celebrate your birthday
• Staff discount card offering savings at local retailers
• Regular social events and team activities
• Staff discounts on legal services