Employment Solicitor | 1+ Years PQE
Thames Valley | £48,000–£60,000 + Generous Bonus | £70,000–£80,000 OTE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Employment Solicitor with at least 1 year's PQE to join an established and growing specialist employment law practice.
Having spent the last 10 years building a strong reputation in employment law, the firm is now entering an ambitious new phase of growth and is looking for someone who wants to be part of that journey.
This is an opportunity to join a close-knit, forward-thinking practice where you will enjoy genuine autonomy, high-quality work, excellent earning potential and the chance to play a meaningful role in the firm's continued development.

With a collaborative culture, approachable leadership and a refreshing approach to work-life balance, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious solicitor looking for more than simply another job.
The FirmThe firm is a specialist employment law practice advising both employers and employees across a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
Over the past decade, it has developed a strong reputation for delivering practical, commercially focused advice and exceptional client service.

The culture is supportive, down-to-earth and collaborative, with an emphasis on trusting individuals, encouraging initiative and giving talented lawyers the opportunity to develop.
With ambitious five-year growth plans, there is a genuine opportunity for the successful candidate to grow alongside the business, take on increased responsibility and help shape the future of the practice.

The Role
You will manage your own varied employment law caseload, advising both individuals and businesses across a broad range of matters, including:

• Settlement Agreements
• Unfair Dismissal
• Discrimination Claims
• Redundancy
• Grievances and Disciplinary Procedures
• Whistleblowing
• Employment Tribunal Litigation
• Restrictive Covenants
• General HR and Employment Law Advisory Work

You will enjoy meaningful client contact, responsibility and autonomy from day one, with access to support and mentoring from experienced employment lawyers whenever required.
Business Development & Career Development

An interesting aspect of this opportunity is the firm's approach to business development.
Over 90% of the firm's work comes through incoming enquiries, meaning you won't be expected to constantly generate your own caseload or spend your time chasing new instructions.

Instead, the emphasis is on developing your professional profile, building relationships and becoming an established name within the employment law market.
You will be encouraged to dedicate approximately one day per month to networking and business development, including professional events and established business networking groups in Mayfair and Central London.
The firm will actively support you in developing your personal brand, expanding your network, building commercial confidence and representing the practice externally.
This offers an excellent opportunity to develop valuable business development skills without the usual pressure of having to originate enough work to keep yourself busy.

The Ideal Candidate
The firm is looking for an ambitious and commercially minded Employment Solicitor who is keen to develop their career within a growing specialist practice.
You will ideally have:

• At least 1 year's PQE in employment law.
• Strong technical knowledge across contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
• A client-focused and commercially aware approach.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, organised and solutions-driven attitude.
• The confidence to represent the firm externally and develop professional relationships.
• A genuine interest in contributing to the growth and development of the practice.

Attitude and cultural fit are just as important as technical ability. The firm is looking for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, brings ideas to the table and wants to make a real contribution.
Salary & Benefits

• Basic salary: £48,000–£60,000, depending on experience.
• Bonus: Generous performance-related bonus scheme.
• OTE: Approximately £70,000–£80,000.
• Hybrid working, typically just one office day per week.
• Flexible and supportive working environment.
• No culture or expectation of routine weekend working.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression.
• Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development.
• Support with networking and developing your professional profile.
• Regular team socials, events and celebrations.

A Culture That Enjoys Success
The firm takes its work and client service seriously but also believes in enjoying the journey and recognising the contribution of its people.
Quarterly team socials and events have included Boodles Tennis, Royal Ascot, Topgolf, The Cube in London, team lunches and celebrations, alongside business networking events.
There is a genuine emphasis on creating an environment where people enjoy coming to work, feel valued and have the opportunity to succeed.

This is an opportunity to join a specialist employment practice at an exciting stage in its development.
If you are looking for a role where you can handle quality employment work, earn well, develop your professional reputation and progress within an ambitious firm, all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance, this is well worth exploring.

Get in touch! For more information, or to discuss this opportunity confidentially, please contact Leon Sokell on 07932465567 or at [email protected].