Senior Employment Solicitor

Chadwick Nott - South East and Thames Valley; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the South East is seeking a Senior Employment Solicitor to join their Thames Valley team in Reading. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of PQE and will handle a diverse range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters. Strong advocacy skills and the ability to manage complex claims are essential. The firm offers a competitive salary, hybrid working model, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Generous annual leave

Pension

Healthcare support

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of PQE as a solicitor with expertise in employment law.
• Experience in tribunal advocacy and advising on complex HR issues.
• Ability to manage disputes involving discrimination and equal pay.

Responsibilities

• Lead on a varied caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
• Provide timely advice on contracts, policies, and HR projects.
• Support clients on issues such as TUPE transfers and workplace grievances.

Skills

Strong technical expertise

Proven advocacy skills

Excellent communication

Business development enthusiasm

Job description

Job title: Senior Employment Solicitor

Location: Reading

Salary: £75,000-£90,000 DOE

PQE Level: 5+ PQE

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

A modern, forward thinking law firm in the South East is seeking a senior Employment solicitor to join its highly regarded team. With a reputation for excellence and consistently strong directory rankings, the practice advises a diverse client base ranging from major corporates to innovative start ups.

This role offers the opportunity to lead on a varied caseload of contentious and non‑contentious employment matters. Work will include tribunal advocacy, drafting documentation, advising on restructures, TUPE transfers, and supporting clients on complex HR projects. You will also provide timely advice on everyday employment issues such as contracts, policies, disciplinaries, grievances, and data protection.

We are seeking an experienced solicitor with strong technical expertise, proven advocacy skills, and the ability to manage complex claims involving discrimination, equal pay, and whistleblowing. Commercial curiosity, excellent communication, and enthusiasm for business development are essential.

A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, including hybrid working, generous annual leave, pension, and healthcare support, alongside clear opportunities for career progression.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Berkshire or the South East in general please do get in touch with Liam Andrews at Chadwick Nott.

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(l) www.linkedin.com/in/liamandrews-legalrecruitment

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, disability, 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.