Solicitor - Employment
Date: 2026-10-19
Location: London, Greater London, GB, EC2V 8
Application Deadline: 2026-11-17T10:00:35.537
About your new role
Our market leading Employment, Pensions and Immigration practice area is seeking an experienced employment lawyer to join our Team. We advise clients across the UK and internationally, including some of the UK's largest and best known employers. We believe that the quality of our clients and the strength of our relationships with our clients speaks volumes about the quality of the service we provide.
The candidate will be based at our Birmingham office, which currently consists of 3 Partners, a legal director, 2 Principal Associates, 2 Associates, 3 Solicitors and 3 Paralegals. Our team is highly ranked in the Legal Directories and has ambitions to grow further.
You will support and assist on a mixed caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment work and your responsibilities will include:
- You will also be required to advise clients on the full range of employment law issues, including disciplinary matters, grievances and discrimination matters. Playing a key role in the conduct of the defence of high-profile and cutting-edge Employment Tribunal claims working alongside leading KCs.
- Dealing with high profile claims against foreign embassies.
- Supporting the team in relation to change and restructuring projects.
- Communicating with clients and working collaboratively with the team in the progression of ongoing large-scale projects and managing your own workload, with supervision.
- Drafting articles and legal updates, training and networking as part of a structured business development initiative. #LI-Hybrid
About You
You will have previous experience and a genuine and demonstrable interest in the above area of work. We also require you to have/be:
- 1-3+ years PQE
- Previous experience of advising on employment law matters
- Experience of handling employment tribunal claims
- Good teamwork skills
- Attention to detail
- Good communication skills
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritise
- Ability to work to deadlines and targets
- Flexible approach
Why work for us
Come and join our award-winning organisation and be part of a team where people truly matter. Weightmans is a Leading national law firm, with strong international capabilities. Weightmans has been recognised as a leading employer for the 19th consecutive year at Britain's Top Employers awards, and ranking top 10 in the list, the firm has also secured top positions in Chambers UK.
Why work for us? Take a look: Work for Weightmans: voted a top employer. This information covers Culture, Benefits, D&I, Recruitment Agency PSL/Non PSL and Eligibility to work in the UK for a firm where people matter.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to reach their full potential. Our people-first culture is at the heart of everything we do, making Weightmans a place where you can develop your career and thrive.
Curious about what it is like to work at our firm? Visit our Life at Weightmans page for insights into our employee initiatives, responsible business commitments and much more!
All Locations
Birmingham, London, Manchester
Position
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Salary Details
Dependant on experience
Contract Type
Permanent
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
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Solicitor - Employment in City of London employer: Weightmans Llp
Weightmans LLP is an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture, where finance analysts play a crucial role in driving financial performance across the Legal Operations divisions. Employees benefit from comprehensive training opportunities, including commerciality training with the Finance Director, and are encouraged to develop their skills in a dynamic environment that values innovation and teamwork. Located in a vibrant area, the firm offers a unique blend of professional growth and a commitment to employee well-being, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
