At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise high-profile clients on strategic employment matters and manage tribunal claims.
- Company: Join an international firm with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic team culture with opportunities for thought leadership and business development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in employment law while building long-term client relationships.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor with up to 5 years' PQE in employment law.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
This is a new opportunity for an employment solicitor with 1-5 years' PQE to join an international firm.
The role involves being based in the Birmingham office and acting for a varied client base from FTSE-listed businesses and housing associations to charities, universities and public bodies.
Responsibilities:
- Advising high-profile clients on a range of strategic employment matters
- Drafting employment contracts, policies, and disciplinary and grievance procedures
- Managing employment tribunal claims from initial instruction to resolution
- Supporting complex transactional employment matters
- Handling data subject access requests
- Contributing to the team's profile through thought leadership articles, seminars and client events
- Developing deep sector knowledge and maintaining cutting-edge awareness of legal developments
- Building long-term client relationships
About you:
- A qualified solicitor with up to 5 PQE in employment law, ideally with some exposure to commercial and/or public sector clients
- Outstanding academic background
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Commercial awareness
- Genuine passion for employment law
- Excellent technical legal skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Entrepreneurial spirit with enthusiasm for business development opportunities
- Collaborative team player
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, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.
Employment Solicitor / Associate - Birmingham employer: Chadwick Nott - East and West Midlands, NHC & East Anglia
Chadwick Nott is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Birmingham where you can thrive as an Employment Solicitor. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the firm provides ample opportunities for professional growth through exposure to high-profile clients and complex legal matters, all while fostering a collaborative culture that values your contributions and entrepreneurial spirit.
Contact Details:
Chadwick Nott - East and West Midlands, NHC & East Anglia Recruitment Team
