Employment Lawyer in England

We are proud to offer a genuinely exciting opportunity to join our friendly, ambitious, and highly respected Employment Team. Our focus is predominantly on Employee (Claimant) work, while also supporting a number of Employer (Respondent) clients—giving you a healthy variety of cases and perspectives.

Our Director responsible for the department, Vaishali Thaker, is also ranked as a Leading Individual in the Legal 500 for her work in this field. What really sets our team apart is our culture. We are a supportive, approachable group who value learning from one another. You’ll work alongside colleagues with deep experience in negotiations, mediations, and Employment Tribunal litigation—from straightforward unfair dismissal claims to complex discrimination and EAT matters. We invest heavily in training, mentorship, and shared learning, and you’ll be encouraged to grow your confidence and profile within the Employment Tribunal world.

Our client base is varied, interesting, and loyal—spanning national and regional clients, longstanding relationships, and well-recognised campaigns that keep the work fresh and meaningful.

About the Role

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working collaboratively in a team where mutual support is the norm. You will help deliver excellent advice and representation to our clients, support colleagues with their growing caseloads, and provide important cover during holiday periods—particularly when the Department Head is away. You will be welcomed, supported, and trusted from day one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver thoughtful, high‑quality advice and representation to both claimant and respondent clients.
• Draft clear, accurate documents including ET1s, ET3s, witness statements and schedules.
• Meet with clients, take instructions, and handle your files with care, efficiency, and professionalism.
• Attend Tribunal hearings when needed, including CMDs and Pre‑Hearing Reviews.
• Assist fellow employment fee earners with their files when required—teamwork is a big part of how we work.
• Get involved in marketing and business development initiatives as part of our continuous growth.

Qualifications

• Admitted Solicitor.
• 3-5 years PQEFCILEx.

Required Skills

• Strong claimant experience in employment or litigation work.
• Previous private practice experience and familiarity with target‑driven environments.
• Confidence in managing your own caseload.

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 (DOE)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, additional cross‑service discretionary Christmas closure day.
• Birthday day off.
• Hybrid/flexible working.
• Salary sacrifice schemes: pension, holiday buy/sell, electric car lease, Cycle to Work.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Company sick pay and life assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme with virtual GP access.
• Complimentary will & staff discounts, on‑legal services, CSR day (paid charity volunteering day), long‑service awards.
• 10‑Year Club, professional subscriptions and training funded.
• Employee referral bonus scheme, enhanced eye care and financial education support.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lawson‑West is committed to building an inclusive, supportive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our firm, enhance our service to clients and enrich our culture. We are proud to provide a working environment where individuality is respected, opportunities are accessible, and people are treated fairly, consistently and with dignity. If you require any adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please let us know — we will be happy to help.

Seniority level: Associate

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Legal

Industries: Legal Services