Employment Lawyer

7 days ago

Brighton, Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom Martin Searle Solicitors Full time £40,000 - £80,000 per year

Join our leading Employment Law team and use your expertise to champion equality and fairness at work.

We're looking for an experienced Employment Lawyer – Solicitor, Barrister, Legal Executive or Case Worker level – who shares our commitment to justice, inclusion and high-quality client care.

You'll advise both employees and employers on a full range of employment issues, and handle complex discrimination and dismissal cases. You'll also have the opportunity to bring and defend cases that help shape fairer workplaces.

What we're looking for

We're seeking someone who:

  • Has at least three years' experience of bringing and defending claims in Employment Tribunals
  • Enjoys both the advisory and litigation sides of employment law
  • Is a strong communicator and supportive team player
  • Provides an exceptional standard of client service
  • Is confident using IT and case management systems
  • Can carry out their own advocacy to at least Case Management stage
  • Ideally has experience representing clients at Judicial Mediations and Final Hearings (desirable, not essential)

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly or on a hybrid basis.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for progression and career development
    (the firm is moving to an Employee Ownership Model in April 2026)
  • Working for a purpose-driven, campaigning law firm
  • Friendly, supportive team environment
  • Holiday entitlement that increases with length of service
  • Commitment to training and continuing professional development
  • Employee pension scheme with employer contributions
  • Central Brighton location with hybrid-working options
  • Regular staff events and team socials funded by the firm

Why work with Martin Searle Solicitors?

We are an award-winning, Legal 500 ranked community law firm dedicated to making a difference.

Our practice promotes equality of opportunity and diversity, both within our workplace and for our clients. We believe actions speak louder than words, and we're known nationally for campaigning to increase access to justice and stamp out workplace discrimination.

Our supportive, inclusive culture is an ideal fit for talented lawyers who want to use their skills to make a positive impact.

How to apply

Apply on LinkedIn, or even better, send your CV together with a covering email explaining why you want to join our Employment Law team to:
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Application closing date:
Monday 1 December 2025.

No recruitment agencies please.

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