Job Description

Position Title: Employment Solicitor
Location: Newbury
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Reference: BH-37080
Work Type: Full-time, Permanentxe2xb8xbbAbout The Firm:My client is a forward-thinking, innovative, and friendly law firm with a strong presence across the Thames Valley. Recently awarded xe2x80x9c2024 Law Firm of the Yearxe2x80x9d by LawNet, they have grown substantially in recent years and are known for delivering quality legal services to individuals and businesses alike. Their legal teams span Business, Real Estate, Litigation, Family, Wills Probate & Estate Planning, and Conveyancing, with a collaborative and supportive culture across all offices.Position Overview:An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employment Lawyer to join the Employment Team at their Newbury office. This is a respondent-focused role, though some claimant work will be included. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 6 yearsxe2x80x99 PQE, ideally gained in a commercial law firm, with the ability to manage a caseload independently. The role offers a varied workload, covering both contentious and non-contentious matters, along with the opportunity to support corporate transactions and provide strategic employment law advice to a diverse client base.Key Responsibilities:

• Advising employer clients on a wide range of employment law matters, including recruitment, termination, discrimination, contract disputes, unfair dismissal, sickness absence, grievances, redundancies, TUPE, performance issues, and disciplinary proceedings.
• Managing and conducting employment tribunal proceedings.
• Drafting, reviewing, and updating employment contracts, policies, and handbooks.
• Advising on senior exits and settlement agreements.
• Providing corporate support alongside the Head of Department and wider Corporate Team.
• Participating in business development through networking events and identifying new business leads.
• Delivering training to HR professionals and managers on employment law topics.
• Mentoring and supervising junior team members as required.

Requirements:Essential:

• Minimum 6 yearsxe2x80x99 PQE in employment law, ideally within a commercial law firm.
• Experience managing employment tribunal claims and/or providing corporate transactional support.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to build effective and trusting relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Demonstrable business development and client-facing experience.

Benefits:

• Flexible Leave (Holiday) Policy.
• Pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Medical health cash plan.
• Employee discount portal with Virtual GP, wellbeing tools, and advice.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment with career development opportunities.

Hours of Work:

• Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm.

How to Apply:Apply in the strictest confidence online and/or via telephoneContact Person: Shabir Jiza
Contact Email: shabir.jiza@law-staff.co.uk
Contact Phone: 01954 208083IMPORTANT: PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with [The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Regulation 19](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2003/3319/regulation/19/made)

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