Senior Associate - Employment (0625)

Mills & Reeve; Leeds; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mills & Reeve is seeking a Senior Associate in Employment to join the Employment, Pensions and Immigration NSL. The role is based in one of our Birmingham, Manchester or Oxford offices, with expectation of leading complex Employment matters and advising senior clients.

You will have 4+ years' PQE, strong client relationships and a track record in regulated sectors. The firm emphasises collaboration, professional development and inclusive culture across offices.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience as an employment lawyer in a reputable firm or in-house environment
• Experience supporting clients in regulated sectors desirable
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build client relationships and influence stakeholders
• Proven ability to lead Employment Tribunal and advisory matters with appropriate supervision at Senior Associate level

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a varied employment practice across the NSL with cross-office collaboration
• Advise and train clients, support business development activities and seek opportunities to grow the practice
• Provide strong client service, develop deep sector knowledge and contribute to firm profitability
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive working environment

Skills

Employment law

Client relationship building

Leadership & mentoring

Education

Solicitor qualification (England & Wales)

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Associate (4+ PQE) to join our renowned Employment team.

The role

We are looking for an enthusiastic employment law solicitor to join the Employment, Pensions and Immigration National Service line (NSL).

We welcome applications to be based from our Birmingham, Manchester or Oxford office.

The work undertaken by our Birmingham team is varied and spans a mix of sectors including health and care clients (both private and NHS); commercial clients (including automotive, manufacturing and retail); and higher education institutions.

Who will I be working with?

You will work with Jog Hundle, Employment Partner as well as other members of our Birmingham employment team. You will be part of the cross-office Employment, Pensions and Immigration NSL which is headed up by partner, David Mills. As part of that cross-office team, you may also be required to assist colleagues in other offices.

The person

You will have at least 4+ years' experience as an employment lawyer, gained in a reputable law firm or through in-house experience. Some previous experience of providing employment law support to clients in regulated sectors is desirable.

Your Experience

• Confident, self‑starting team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to influence, persuade and build strong client relationships


• Strong organisational skills, including time and document management, and experience delegating to junior team members


• Proven ability to lead Employment Tribunal and advisory matters with appropriate supervision at Senior Associate level


• Interest in client training, marketing and business development activities Experience advising large employers and advocacy experience

Pre employment screening

If we offer you a role, we will conduct comprehensive pre‑employment screening. This screening will include, but is not limited to, a basic DBS, verification of your right to work, a three year employment history and a self‑declaration to assess your character and suitability for the role. Full details of our pre‑screening employment process are available upon request.

Use of AI during the recruitment process

Technology is changing rapidly and we are all increasingly using AI software in our day to day lives, as well as using it to support our learning and professional development. Here at Mills & Reeve, we embrace the use of technology and AI and we recognise that candidates may use AI tools to support their applications. As a regulated industry, we expect candidates to use such tools responsibly, honestly and in a manner that allows us to make a fair and accurate assessment of their individual skills, experience and suitability for the role. Please ensure you have thoroughly read the document attached below to understand what we deem acceptable uses of AI.

The firm

Mills & Reeve is centred on achieving more for clients, their businesses and the wider communities we serve. Our clients and their industries benefit from our knowledge and learning, and receive consistent experiences with no surprises. We tell them what they need to know when they need to know it.

We build personal relationships, with advice individually tailored to individual need. And if clients need things we don't offer, we draw on our network to give recommendations. Our 1,450 plus people and over 850 lawyers share one vision – achieving more for clients.

By joining Mills & Reeve, you'll have the chance to build your skills and experience within a firm that's not only ranked in the top 50 UK law firms, but also one that truly values their people. We're also ranked in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list, and have been awarded Platinum Investors in People. Our mantra is “Achieve more. Together.”, which we feel embodies our purpose and is more than just a catchphrase!

Our values are the principles that help us fulfil our purpose. Our people shaped them and live them every day.

• We're ambitious - We aim high, we embrace new ideas and we're passionate about our work


• We're open - We communicate openly and honestly to build trust, and we do what's right


• We care - We're committed to each other, our clients, our communities and the planet


• We collaborate - We're easy to work with, we offer help willingly and we get things done – together

And finally

Everyone at Mills & Reeve brings a unique perspective and ideas to the team and we do everything we can to help each person to thrive. We're committed to providing an inclusive and supportive working environment, are happy to consider flexible working arrangements, and want to achieve the right balance for both our people and the firm. We encourage everyone to ask if they feel they need any workplace adjustments, and will do our best to support with these.

To find out more about our diversity and inclusion work, visit our website .