At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop the Employment team while managing a diverse caseload.
- Company: Respected regional law firm with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and parking provided.
- Other info: Clear pathway to partnership and opportunity for significant influence.
- Why this job: Step into a leadership role and shape a successful Employment department.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years' PQE in Employment Law and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
- Head of Employment/Employment Solicitor
- Hull, Lincoln or Grimsby
- Competitive salary + benefits
- Full time | Monday to Friday
A respected regional law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Employment Solicitor to lead its Employment team.
This is a genuine leadership opportunity for an ambitious lawyer who enjoys business development, team management and delivering commercially focused advice to a broad client base.
You will take ownership of the department's continued growth, leading from the front while maintaining a varied and high quality employment law caseload.
There is a clear route to partnership for the right individual, alongside the opportunity to play a key role in the firm's wider strategic direction.
The Role
- Lead, mentor and develop the Employment team
- Manage a mixed claimant and respondent employment caseload
- Conduct and oversee Employment Tribunal matters from start to finish
- Deliver pragmatic and commercially focused advice to clients
- Drive departmental growth through networking and business development
- Monitor financial performance, including billing, WIP and profitability
- Ensure exceptional client service and communication throughout every matter
- Contribute to the firm's leadership and long term strategy
About You
- Qualified Solicitor with at least 5 years' PQE in Employment Law
- Strong Employment Tribunal experience
- Proven ability to manage a caseload independently
- Confident business developer with excellent client relationship skills
- Commercially aware with strong leadership potential
- Excellent technical, drafting and communication skills
- Ambitious and motivated to progress towards partnership
What's on Offer?
- Senior leadership position with genuine influence and autonomy
- Clear pathway to partnership
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Parking provided
- Opportunity to shape and grow a successful Employment department
This opportunity would suit an experienced Employment Solicitor who is ready to step into a leadership role and build something significant within a well-established and highly regarded regional firm.
To apply or find out more, contact Dan at G2 Legal.
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