Head of Employment

Chadwick Nott; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott seeks a senior Employment lawyer to step up as Head of Employment in Oxford, leading a busy practice and driving strategic growth. The role requires 8+ years' PQE, excellent technical capability, and proven leadership in a busy department.

An equity pathway may exist for the right candidate. The successful candidate will manage senior stakeholders on complex matters, with a focus on business development, client relationships, and strategic decision-making to drive the practice

Qualifications

• Qualified Employment solicitor with 8+ years of post-qualification experience.
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.
• Strong business development, client relationship, and strategic advisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Employment team and drive department growth.
• Advise senior stakeholders on complex contentious and non-contentious matters.
• Set strategic direction, manage performance, and oversee risk and quality.

Skills

Employment law

Leadership

Business development

Client advisory

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Job title: Head of Employment

Location: Oxford

Salary: £80k-£95k - depending on experience

PQE Level: 8+

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a senior Employment Solicitor to take a genuine step up into a Head of Department and Director-level position with a highly regarded full-service law firm. The firm has an established reputation across the Southeast and Midlands, possessing a strong client base and a busy Employment practice.

There is no expectation that you bring a following or guaranteed work; there's a healthy pipeline of existing work with the opportunity to lead and further develop the department. However, an ability to demonstrate a record of good business development is expected. The successful candidate will have significant Employment experience, strong technical capability, alongside the management experience and commercial judgement required to lead a team. You will advise senior stakeholders on complex employment matters (contentious and non-contentious), including senior exits, restructures, litigation, transactions and wider strategic issues.

The firm's distinctive structure offers genuine progression, with the opportunity to progress towards equity and become a shareholder. This is an excellent platform for an ambitious Senior Associate or Legal Director ready to take the next step.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.