Employment Solicitor (Education)

Executive Network Legal Limited; Calthorpe Fields; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking an Employment Solicitor (Education) with over 3 years of experience. This Birmingham-based role involves handling diverse employment matters for prestigious clients in higher education. The ideal candidate will thrive on business development and team collaboration, enjoying a supportive work environment that promotes professional growth and work-life balance.

Benefits

Supportive environment

Career development opportunities

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience gained at a leading national, regional, or international law firm.
• Ability to handle both contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
• Enthusiastic about business development and networking.

Responsibilities

• Deal with a varied caseload of employment matters for higher education establishments.
• Work on high-profile employment issues including those with global elements.
• Maintain lasting client relationships and contribute to a supportive team.

Skills

Business development

Networking

Client relationship management

Education

Minimum 3 years' experience in employment law

Job description

Employment Solicitor (Education) – 3+ PQE – Birmingham – Highly rated employment team is looking to capitalise on recent successes through the appointment of a skilled and talented Employment Lawyer.

Job Details

• JOB TITLE: Employment Solicitor (Education)
• PQE: 3+ PQE
• LOCATION: Birmingham
• SALARY: Circa £65k plus (DOE)

The Role

Tier 1 ranked employment team is seeking to appoint an additional Employment Solicitor into their growing team. Due to continued growth, the team are looking for someone who can deal with a varied caseload of both contentious and non-contentious employment matters on behalf of higher education establishments. Working on behalf of some of the most well‑known universities you will be gaining wide and varied exposure to matters including some with a global element. This role offers scope to deal with employment matters on behalf of clients within the education sector as well as across a range of other sectors.

The Candidate

We’re looking for an Employment Lawyer with a minimum of three years’ experience gained at a leading national, regional, or international law firm known for its strength in employment law. This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious lawyers eager to further develop their expertise and work on a diverse range of matters for a wide variety of clients. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about business development and networking, with a genuine interest in building lasting client relationships while contributing to a dynamic and supportive team.

The Firm

An award‑winning national law firm offering a supportive and inclusive environment where you can see your career flourish. Perfect opportunity for someone who wants to be involved in high‑profile and innovative matters as well as still achieve a healthy work‑life balance.

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