Senior Employment Solicitor

Chadwick Nott; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern law firm is seeking a Senior Employment Solicitor in Reading. The role involves leading a diverse caseload, providing advice on HR projects, and managing complex claims. Ideal candidates will have 5+ PQE and strong advocacy skills. A competitive salary and benefits package is included, with opportunities for career progression and hybrid working.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Pension

Healthcare support

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ PQE in Employment law.
• Experience managing complex claims including discrimination and equal pay.
• Ability to advise on contentious and non contentious employment matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead on a varied caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
• Provide timely advice on everyday employment issues.
• Support clients on complex HR projects.

Skills

Strong technical expertise

Proven advocacy skills

Excellent communication

Commercial curiosity

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.

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.

Contact: (e) [e-mail] (m) 07921 895 776 (t) 0117 917 1864 (l) www.linkedin.com/in/liamandrewslegalrecruitment

*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.