Senior Associate - Employment - Ipswich

Chadwick Nott; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Ipswich is seeking a highly experienced Senior Associate to take a leading role in complex employment disputes and client advisory work. The ideal candidate has over 6 years of experience in employment law, with proven capabilities in managing both contentious and non-contentious cases. This role offers opportunities for business development and fostering client relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years' post-qualification experience in employment law.
• Proven track record managing contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Advising employers on contentious and non-contentious employment law.
• Managing Employment Tribunal claims and redundancy processes.
• Handling grievances and disciplinaries.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Client-handling skills

Attention to detail

Collaborative approach

Education

Qualified lawyer with minimum 6 years' experience

Job description

Overview

Our longstanding and award winning client is looking for a highly experienced Senior Associate to join their new Ipswich office. Working alongside a partner, you will take a leading role in complex employment disputes and client advisory work including:

• Advising employers on all aspects of contentious and non-contentious employment law
• Employment Tribunal claims
• Redundancy and restructuring
• Grievances and disciplinaries

About you

• Minimum 6 years' post-qualification experience in employment law
• Proven track record in managing contentious and non-contentious employment matters
• Strong communication and client-handling skills
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines and maintain high attention to detail
• Collaborative and proactive approach
• Willingness to contribute to business development and client relationship initiatives

For more information please contact Kate Sinclair at Chadwick Nott:

0121 200 5578 dl
07921 001235
[e-mail]

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, 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.