Employment Lawyer (London Area)

Flex Legal are an online platform connecting law firms and in-house counsel to lawyers and paralegals for a flexible, on-demand service.

We have an exciting new opportunity for our client, a leading UK litigation-only law firm for a 2-4 year PQE Employment Solicitor , with claimant and tribunal litigation experience to join their Employment team for approximately 5 months . Our client's Employment Department is ranked by both the Legal 500 and Chambers.

The work will include:

• Advising clients, corporates and individuals, on the broad range of employment law with a focus on contentious work.
• Employment Tribunal litigation, including whistleblowing, harassment discrimination and unfair dismissal claims.
• Advising on enforcement of post-termination covenants and ‘team moves’.
• Advising on settlement agreements and exits.
• Conducting workplace investigations for employers.
• Business development activities.
• Promoting internal knowledge-sharing.
• A chargeable hours target of 1400.

Requirements:

• At least two years post-qualification experience in a reputable employment practice. (essential)
• Claimant and tribunal litigation experience (essential)
• Experience in acting for individuals in workplace disputes. (essential)
• Demonstrable experience in active business development and client relationship management.
• Well organised, uses initiative, prioritises appropriately, shows attention to detail, manages own workload and meets deadlines.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills (respectful, positive, articulate, professional and sympathetic).
• Shows sound judgement and decision-making skills.
• Shows commitment, passion and enthusiasm.