58000 - 70000 per annumNorwich, NorfolkPermanentEmployment Associate/Senior Associate | 3+ PQE | NorwichA highly ranked employment team is recruiting in Norwich, and the opportunity matters for anyone looking to build expertise in employment law within a team that has the scale, sector depth and client quality to support that trajectory. Over the next few years, someone joining now will go from managing a caseload with supervision to running complex employment matters independently, advising on high-stakes disputes and restructurings, and becoming a recognised employment specialist in the region. The RoleAdvise on contentious and non-contentious employment law matters for a broad range of clientsHandle wrongful and unfair dismissal, discrimination claims, redundancy and restructuring, TUPE, boardroom disputes and severance claimsDraft service agreements, contracts of employment, staff handbooks and employment policiesSupport on transactional corporate work involving employment issuesConduct employment tribunal litigation and advise on professional discipline and conduct mattersEarly responsibility, high-quality mentoring and clear progression pathwaysThe WorkThe caseload is diverse and sophisticated: general employment issues, drafting and reviewing contracts and policies, transactional corporate support, wrongful and unfair dismissal, redundancy and restructuring, TUPE, discrimination claims (sex, race, disability, age), employment tribunal litigation, trade union work and professional discipline matters. The PlatformThe firm emphasizes commercial, pragmatic advice and has been ranked highly for the best law firm to work at in 2026. The culture is collegiate, supportive and focused on helping people achieve their next level. Why This Makes SenseEmployment law expertise is portable and valuable. Building specialism now, within a highly ranked team, sector depth and high-quality client work, creates a skill set that translates into senior roles down the line. The team's scale allows for varied caseloads, sector specialization and client impact, while the supportive culture, high-quality mentoring and flexible working model make progression sustainable.
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Employment Solicitor / Associate - flexible working in Norfolk, Norwich employer: JMC Legal Recruitment
Join a Legal 500-ranked regional firm in Cambridge that prioritises your professional growth and offers a vibrant, inclusive culture. With a focus on mentorship from experienced litigators and a commitment to meaningful work, you'll handle a diverse caseload while enjoying enhanced benefits like private healthcare and gym membership. This is an exceptional opportunity to develop your career in property litigation within a supportive and close-knit team environment.
