Employment Partner

As Head of Employment in Leamington, you will play a key role in shaping and growing the practice within our newest office, contributing to the energy, ambition and momentum of an expanding presence in the region. Working alongside our Joint Heads of Office, you will support business development activities and help drive the success of the Leamington office as it enters an exciting new chapter. You will lead a team of varying experience levels, while managing a high-quality and diverse caseload. There is plenty of work to pick up from day one, giving you an immediate platform from which to build your profile, strengthen client relationships and drive growth of the employment offering both locally and nationally.

HCR Law is a progressive, entrepreneurial legal firm built on innovation, collaboration and exceptional client service. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a new era, stepping into a senior leadership role within a large, nationally recognised team and playing a central part in growing a significant regional office.

The Employment Team offers specialist advice on all aspects of Employment, HR and Immigration law. We are passionate about our work and care deeply about the people and organisations we support. Our clients are diverse and include PLCs, SMEs and major national and international employers, across both the public and private sectors - from education, healthcare and local government to manufacturing, aviation, recruitment and professional services, as well as private individuals, senior executives and public figures.

Your Role includes:

• Providing strategic direction and leadership to our growing Midlands practice, working closely with the Joint Head of Office.
• Delivering expert advice across a broad spectrum of employment, HR and immigration matters.
• Building and maintaining relationships with a diverse client base including public and private sector organisations, PLCs, SMEs and individuals.
• Collaborating with colleagues across HCR to deliver holistic legal support and identify cross-selling opportunities.
• Mentoring junior team members and creating an environment of continuous professional development and excellence.
• Actively contributing to business development and enhancing our market profile in the region.
• Leading the Leamington office with ambition, while leveraging a strong existing caseload and a supportive national platform.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and ambitious employment law solicitor to join our national Employment, HR and Immigration practice as a partner, leading our offer in Leamington Spa. Whether you are an experienced partner seeking a new opportunity or a senior associate/legal director ready to step into partnership for the first time, this role offers the ideal setting to thrive.

You should be a qualified solicitor with substantial experience in Employment Law. Ideally, you will have a respondent background, but please still apply if this is a mix between claimant and respondent. You will be technically sound and comfortable when dealing with high value, high profile, and complex matters. You should be capable of managing teams and developing practice areas, commercially savvy and confident in business development, collaborative, client-focused, and ambitious.

HCR suits people who love a challenge and want to work in an environment where careers thrive on the back of hard work and personal merit. Our people enjoy feeling part of something bigger than themselves, and whilst our clients drive our development, it is our people who bring their energy, enthusiasm, and entrepreneurial mindsets together to solve problems and help our clients succeed.

As an equal opportunities employer, HCR celebrates diversity and seeks to attract a diverse and ambitious workforce that reflects all backgrounds and skills. We strive to create a workplace that is supportive and inclusive, recognises and nurtures talent, and works together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients. We are armed forces friendly and welcome changes to support your application and recruitment process.

If this opportunity sounds of interest to you, please make an application and submit your CV.

Benefits include:

• Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance
• Sight tests / Glasses discounts
• Car Loans
• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme
• 28 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
• Bonus scheme
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Happy People / Perks at Work benefits portal
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Life Assurance
• 1/3 gym membership contribution
• Flu vaccinations

Notes for Agencies: The HCR Resourcing Team handles recruitment across the firm. We may use direct hiring methods and have a Preferred Supplier List. Only invited agencies may submit candidates. We do not consider speculative CVs outside this process.