Employment Partner

Employment Partner | Leading National Firm | Birmingham | Hybrid Working Available BCL Legal is delighted to be working with a highly respected national law firm on the recruitment of an Employment Partner for its growing Birmingham office. This is a strategic appointment within one of the UK's leading employment law teams, offering an excellent platform for an experienced lawyer with strong client relationships and a commercial mindset. The Role This is a key leadership role within a high-performing employment team, which advises a diverse client base across the healthcare, education, and private sectors, including: NHS Trusts and Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) Schools, academies, and further education providers National and regional private sector employers The work is broad-ranging and includes: Complex employee relations and organisational change projects Restructuring and redundancy advice Workforce governance and compliance matters Executive terminations, settlements, and reputational risk Employment tribunal claims and dispute resolution TUPE and workforce-related transactional support You'll also work closely with HR professionals, pensions, commercial and regulatory lawyers across the wider firm to deliver an integrated service to clients. The Candidate A senior employment lawyer with significant experience advising employer clients A following, or demonstrable track record of business development and client relationship growth Strong technical knowledge across both contentious and non-contentious employment matters Experience in healthcare, education, or commercial sectors (or a combination) Confident in leading client relationships and mentoring junior team members Looking to take on a visible, strategic role within a firm that supports long-term career growth What's on Offer? A Partner-level role in a nationally recognised employment team with a strong Midlands presence A market-leading platform to grow your practice with cross-office support from other teams across the UK. Access to high-quality, complex mandates across regulated and commercial sectors Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your working style Competitive remuneration and a full suite of benefits, including private medical, enhanced pension, and sabbatical options A forward-thinking firm culture committed to inclusion, collaboration, and professional development About the Firm This leading UK law firm is consistently ranked as one of the best places to work and is known for its legal excellence, collaborative culture, and commitment to wellbeing and inclusion. With modern offices in central Birmingham, the firm offers the infrastructure and resources of a national practice combined with a friendly, supportive working environment. Apply Now For more information or to apply for this Employment Partner role, please contact Donna Jones at BCL Legal. To explore other legal opportunities, visit the BCL Legal job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.