Senior Associate - Employment

Browne Jacobson Public Sector Matters; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated solicitor to join their expanding employment law team. This exciting role offers the chance to manage a variety of employment issues, often with an international aspect, while working closely with private sector clients, from large multinationals to SMEs. As a Senior Associate, you will have the opportunity to oversee junior lawyers and participate in marketing initiatives. If you have a keen eye for detail, strong communication skills, and a passion for employment law, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in both contentious and non-contentious employment law.
• Detail-oriented with strong commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Advising on contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
• Preparing for and advocating in employment tribunal cases.

Skills

Contentious Employment Law

Non-Contentious Employment Law

Legal Research

Microsoft Office

Case Management Systems

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Job Description

We're seeking a motivated solicitor to join our expanding employment law team, focusing on serving private sector clients, from large multinationals to SMEs. This role involves handling a variety of employment issues, often with an international aspect, and offers the opportunity to manage cases independently or with guidance from a supervising partner, including overseeing junior lawyers.

Details

• Vacancy type: Lawyer
• Level: Senior
• Business area: Business & Professional Risk
• Duration: Permanent
• Hours: Full time
• Location: Birmingham, Manchester, Nottingham
• Reference number: LD0524
• Job title: Senior Associate - Employment
• Team: Employment - Non HR Services
• Vacancy owner: Linzi Durham

Role Responsibilities

• Advising on contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
• Preparing for and advocating in employment tribunal cases.
• Drafting contracts, policies, and advising on employment rights and corporate support matters like TUPE.
• Participating in marketing and departmental projects, including seminars and publications.

Technical Skills Needed

• Proficiency in IT, Microsoft Office, and case management systems.
• Ability to conduct thorough legal research.
• Keeping abreast of legal developments.

Ideal Candidate Qualities

• Experience in both contentious and non-contentious employment law.
• Detail-oriented with a curious mind and open to new challenges.
• Strong commercial awareness and time management skills.
• Effective communicator, capable of building professional relationships.
• Engaged in marketing and networking activities.
• Innovative in improving client service and departmental initiatives.

We are flexible on location and will consider candidates based from one of our regional offices in Nottingham, Birmingham, or Manchester.

If you have an inquiring mind, are attentive to detail, and are willing to accept new challenges, we would love to hear from you!

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