Employment Solicitor (Legal Director)

ENL Legal Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to take on a senior leadership role in Birmingham. The position involves managing high-profile cases, advising on various employment issues, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years PQE and a strong background in employment law. Competitive salary and hybrid working options available.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Generous pension schemes

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in employment law required.
• Proven experience in leading teams of lawyers.
• Ability to manage complex cases and build professional networks.

Responsibilities

• Shape the future of the Employment practice.
• Manage high-profile employment cases across various sectors.
• Advise clients on diverse employment issues including redundancies and TUPE.

Skills

Leadership

Technical expertise in employment law

Client service skills

Team management

Commercial acumen

Job description

Overview

Employment Solicitor (Legal Director), 5+ Years PQE, Birmingham, £Competitive (DOE) – An exciting new opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor looking for that next step in their career. JOB REF: 0974.

Responsibilities

• This is a senior leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the future of this Employment practice, manage high-profile cases, and work with a diverse client base across sectors.
• You will advise on a broad spectrum of employment issues, including redundancies, TUPE, disciplinary and grievance procedures, absence management, and Settlement Agreements.
• Represent clients in Employment Tribunal claims and higher court proceedings.
• Lead client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives.
• Mentor and support more junior members of the team.

Skills Required

• We’re looking for a confident leader who combines technical expertise with commercial acumen:
• Strong track record in employment law, with the ability to manage complex cases.
• Proven experience leading teams and mentoring junior lawyers.
• Excellent client service skills, with the ability to build and sustain professional networks.

On Offer

• Competitive remuneration package
• Generous and flexible pension schemes.
• Hybrid working options

How to Apply

For more information or to apply for the role contact Penny Trotman on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail]

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