Employment (Trade Union Specialism)

Michael Page Legal; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is looking for a qualified solicitor specializing in employment law to join their specialist employment team. The role involves advising trade unions, representing clients at tribunals, and collaborating on public law issues. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience and a strong interest in social justice. This position offers a competitive salary and excellent career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary range of £80-85,000

Professional development and training resources

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in employment law, ideally with trade union exposure.
• Strong academic background required.
• Passion for social justice essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise trade unions on employment law issues.
• Represent clients in Tribunal and High Court proceedings.
• Draft employment contracts and policies.
• Provide training to union officials.
• Collaborate across the firm on public law issues.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Advocacy skills

Interest in industrial relations

Collaborative mindset

Education

Qualified solicitor with at least 2 years' post-qualification experience

Job description

Overview

You will be part of a specialist employment team advising trade unions and their members on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters. The work includes industrial relations, collective bargaining, discrimination, whistleblowing, and tribunal litigation, often with a political or strategic dimension.

Client Details

This firm is consistently ranked in the top tiers for employment law and is known for its deep-rooted relationships with trade unions and public sector bodies. With a strong ethical foundation and a commitment to employee rights, the firm offers a supportive and inclusive culture, excellent training, and genuine career progression.

Description

Advise trade unions and their members on a broad spectrum of employment law issues, including industrial action, collective bargaining, TUPE, and redundancy.

Represent clients in Employment Tribunal proceedings and High Court litigation, including discrimination, unfair dismissal, and whistleblowing claims.

Draft and negotiate employment contracts, policies, and collective agreements.

Provide strategic legal support on industrial relations matters, often in politically sensitive contexts.

Deliver training and legal updates to union officials and members.

Collaborate with colleagues across the firm to support wider public law and regulatory issues affecting union clients.

Profile

You will be a qualified solicitor with at least 2 years' post-qualification experience in employment law, ideally with exposure to trade union or public sector work. A strong academic background, excellent drafting and advocacy skills, and a genuine interest in industrial relations and collective employment law are essential. Passion for social justice and a collaborative mindset will be key to thriving in this role.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary range of £80-85000, depending on experience.
• A permanent role within a leading organisation based in London.
• Opportunities to work on high-profile cases within the legal department.
• Access to professional development and training resources.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment in the professional services industry.

If you are passionate about employment law and trade union matters, this role offers a unique chance to advance your career. Apply today to join a respected legal team in London.