Employment 3-8PQE

Employment Associate - 3+ PQE - National Firm This is a fantastic opportunity for an Employment Associate to join a top UK 100 law firm, based in Birmingham. The successful candidate will be joining a nationally recognised team working on a broad range of both contentious and non contentious employment matters. The role: As an Employment Associate in this team, you will: · Manage your own caseload as well as supporting partners on more complex matters. · Advise on a broad range of employment matters. Specific, work will include: · Drafting witness statements, claims and policies. · Case management of Employment Tribunal claims including drafting pleadings and witness statements. · Advising on employer relations issues including settlement negotiations. · Equal Opportunities. · Internal disciplinary /grievance/capability processes. · Contractual advice. · Advising on restructures/redundancy processes/TUPE. The candidate: The successful Employment Associate will be: · A qualified employment solicitor with 3+ years' PQE and a solid background/understanding of contentious and non contentious employment matters. · Able to deal with clients confidently on a day to day basis. · Able to work professionally, individually and as part of a team. · Able to mentor and supervise junior fee earners. · Able to network and conduct business development effectively. Benefits: · This firm offers a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. · The opportunity to work within a highly reputable and supportive employment team. · Flexible and agile working environment. If you are a skilled employment lawyer seeking a new position within a highly ranked employment law team then this position may suit. For more information please contact Donna Jones at BCL Legal BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer. donnajones@bcllegal.com