Senior Employment Director: Lead Growth & Client Relations

eNL Legal; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Opportunities to progress into senior/

Supportive work environment

Job summary

eNL Legal in Birmingham seeks a senior Employment Solicitor (Legal Director) with 6+ years PQE to lead and grow the Employment team in the West Midlands. The role emphasizes leadership, client development and strategic growth within a thriving practice.

The successful candidate will manage complex matters, mentor colleagues and help shape the firm’s employment law offering while delivering practical, commercial advice to a varied client base.

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE in employment law with Senior Associate/Director level experience.
• Strong commercial mindset and leadership qualities to grow a practice.
• Ability to generate business and develop client relationships.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Take a leading role in delivering employment services to diverse clients.
• Mentor colleagues and shape the future direction of the department.
• Develop long-term client relationships and identify growth opportunities.
• Manage complex employment matters and expand the firm’s offering.

Skills

Employment law

Leadership

Business development

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Senior leadership potential

Education

6+ years PQE

Job description

eNL Legal in Birmingham seeks a senior Employment Solicitor (Legal Director) with 6+ years PQE to lead and grow the Employment team in the West Midlands. The role emphasizes leadership, client development and strategic growth within a thriving practice.

The successful candidate will manage complex matters, mentor colleagues and help shape the firm’s employment law offering while delivering practical, commercial advice to a varied client base.