Senior Employment Solicitor

4 weeks ago


Rusholme, United Kingdom Watershed Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor/Partner to join our team at Watershed, a leading employment law firm. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for advising clients on a wide range of employment law matters, including routine and complex cases.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advising clients on employment law matters, including contract reviews, disciplinary procedures, and employment tribunal claims.
  • Representing clients in employment tribunals and employment appeal tribunals.
  • Managing and contributing to larger scale projects, such as collective redundancies, collective bargaining, and TUPE.
  • Undertaking investigations and chairing hearings.
  • Delivering training on employment law and managing people.

About You

We are looking for a solicitor with excellent technical competence in employment law, a track record of working with large private sector businesses, and up-to-date knowledge of modern working practices. You should have a personable and professional demeanor, with the ability and drive to develop new business in a competitive industry.

Requirements:

  • Eight or more years' PQE in a fees-based professional firm.
  • Excellent technical competence in employment law.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of modern working practices.
  • A personable and professional demeanor.
  • Capability to build and maintain relationships with demanding clients.

What We Offer

We offer a supportive working environment, excellent salary and benefits package, and opportunities to develop long-lasting and trusting relationships with existing clients and help us grow and develop our business, attracting new clients. You will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of client projects and deal with their day-to-day employment matters, as well as contributing to the development and growth of our business.



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