Senior Employment Lawyer - Cross-Border, Elite Firm

Rutherford Search; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to join their expanding team in London. The role involves leading contentious employment matters, advising employer-side clients, and supporting corporate transactions. Applicants should possess 7+ years of PQE in UK employment law and have strong communication skills. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 7+PQE with solid grounding in UK employment law.
• Experience with High Court litigation is desirable.
• Comfortable handling contentious, transactional and advisory employment work.

Responsibilities

• Lead on contentious employment matters.
• Advise clients on HR and workplace issues.
• Support corporate teams on employment-related transactions.
• Maintain and develop client relationships.
• Support development of junior lawyers.
• Participate in client pitches and networking.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Commercial acumen

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Ability to handle multiple workstreams

Team collaboration

Client-facing manner

Education

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales

Undergraduate degree with minimum 2:1 classification

Job description

A prominent legal recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to join their expanding team in London. The role involves leading contentious employment matters, advising employer-side clients, and supporting corporate transactions. Applicants should possess 7+ years of PQE in UK employment law and have strong communication skills. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with competitive compensation.