At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the establishment and growth of the Cardiff office, providing high-quality employment law advice.
- Company: A growing boutique employment law firm focused on establishing a new regional presence in Cardiff.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, including remote support during the initial setup phase.
- Other info: Confidential discussions welcomed; contact Sam Higgins for more information.
- Why this job: Unique opportunity to shape and lead a new office with significant autonomy.
- Qualifications: Strong technical experience in employment law and a proactive, solutions-focused approach required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
A growing boutique employment law firm is seeking a Senior Employment Solicitor to play a key role in establishing and developing its Cardiff office. This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious solicitor with an entrepreneurial mindset to shape and lead a new regional presence within a well-supported and collaborative firm.
About the Role
The successful candidate will take a leading role in setting up and growing the Cardiff office, with responsibility for providing high quality employment law advice to a diverse client base. In the initial phase, there will be flexibility to provide remote support to work generated by the firm’s established Bristol office, allowing the Cardiff presence to be developed sustainably and strategically.
Who We Are Looking For
- While this role is ideally suited to a senior employment solicitor, we are keen to speak with experienced employment solicitors who have the drive and capability to contribute to the growth of a new office.
- A senior solicitor or partner looking to build and lead a Cardiff-based practice.
- An experienced solicitor ready to step into a more autonomous and strategic role.
- An employment lawyer seeking flexibility, influence, and long-term career progression.
Key Responsibilities
- Advising employers and/or employees across the full range of employment law matters.
- Supporting and collaborating with the Bristol office on existing and incoming work.
- Playing a central role in establishing and growing the Cardiff office.
- Developing client relationships and contributing to business development.
- Helping shape the culture, processes, and strategic direction of the Cardiff team.
What We're Looking For
- Strong technical experience in employment law.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach.
- Commercial awareness and enthusiasm for business development.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a wider team.
- Interest in helping grow a boutique practice and regional presence.
What's on Offer
- The opportunity to help build a Cardiff office from the ground up.
- High degree of autonomy with genuine support from an established Bristol team.
- Flexible working, including remote working during the initial setup phase.
- Competitive remuneration package, aligned with experience and role expectations.
- Clear long-term progression opportunities within a growing firm.
Interested?
If you are an employment solicitor interested in playing a pivotal role in launching and developing a Cardiff office, we would be delighted to hear from you. Confidential discussions are welcomed.
Senior Employment Solicitor / Head of Cardiff Office in City employer: Simpson Judge
Join a boutique employment law firm that values collaboration and offers competitive remuneration. Located in Cardiff, the firm supports flexible working and provides a clear path for career progression. Be part of a team that is dedicated to building a strong regional presence.
