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Job summary
A prestigious financial services organisation is seeking a Senior Employment Solicitor in the West Midlands. This role involves leading high-profile employment matters, drafting agreements, and advising on complex issues in a hybrid working environment. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in employment law, particularly within the FS sector, and a proven ability to work collaboratively with senior stakeholders.
Benefits
Qualifications
- At least 8+ years PQE in employment law, preferably in the FS sector.
- Skilled in settlements, TUPE, and restructures.
- Confident in liaising with senior stakeholders and HR.
Responsibilities
- Lead high-value employment matters nationally and provide legal advice.
- Draft, negotiate, and oversee settlement agreements and employment contracts.
- Partner with HR to shape employment policies and mitigate risks.
Skills
Education
- Lead national employment law portfolio in FS industry
- Hybrid Birmingham role with broad in‑house responsibility
About Our Client
This opportunity is with a leading financial‑services organisation with a strong UK presence and expanding national footprint. Known for a values‑driven culture of respect, integrity, excellence and service, the firm has won accolades for exceptional employee experience and inclusion. Colleagues benefit from structured career development, global networking opportunities and participation in staff share award programmes recognising strong company performance.
Job Description
The Senior Employment Solicitor will be:
Leading high‑value and high‑profile employment matters nationally, providing proactive legal advice
Drafting, negotiating and overseeing settlement agreements and senior-level employment contracts
Advising on disciplinary, grievance, TUPE, redundancy and regulatory matters across the FS sector
Partnering with HR and senior stakeholders to shape employment policies and risk mitigation strategies
Mentoring junior legal colleagues and contributing to best‑practice processes and training
The Successful Applicant
The Senior Employment Solicitor should be:
A solicitor or equivalent with at least 8+ years PQE in employment law, with FS experience preferred
Skilled in complex employment litigation avoidance, settlements, TUPE and restructures
Comfortable advising senior internal stakeholders and liaising effectively with HR and compliance teams
Able to work autonomously and collaboratively within a national legal function
Confident in drafting policies and delivering training to non‑legal colleagues
What's on Offer
On offer for the successful candidate is:
- A competitive salary of £100,000-£120,000 + bonus
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangement
- Opportunity to grow within a large corporate business with grow plans
If you're an experienced Senior Employment Solicitor, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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