Employment Associate 1-4PQE

Employment & Pensions Solicitor / Associate | 1-4 PQE | Leading National Firm | Birmingham BCL Legal is delighted to be assisting a highly regarded national law firm with a strong reputation across the Employment & Pensions sector. The firm is seeking an Employment & Pensions Solicitor (ideally 1-4 PQE) to join its expanding team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad range of employment and pensions matters within a supportive, collaborative environment that partners with clients making a meaningful impact. The Team The Employment & Pensions team is widely recognised for advising charities, housing providers, care organisations, local authorities, and schools. The team delivers clear, practical and commercially-focused advice across the full spectrum of employment and pensions law, supporting clients who deliver vital services to communities. You will be joining a friendly, specialist team that values high-quality client service, collaborative working, and the opportunity to make a positive difference. The Role Working alongside experienced lawyers and partners, you will: Manage your own caseload of Employment Tribunal matters for Respondents, including drafting, preparation for hearings, and advocacy where appropriate Advise on employment status, working arrangements, and TUPE transfers Support clients with employee relations issues, including disciplinaries, grievances, whistleblowing and discrimination matters Advise on reorganisations, redundancies and settlement agreements Build strong, trusted relationships with clients across the charity, public, health, housing and education sectors Draft and advise on employment contracts, HR policies and procedures Provide clear, pragmatic, solutions-focused advice tailored to each client's needs About You You will be a qualified solicitor with: Experience in Employment & Pensions law, ideally 1-4 PQE Confidence managing your own caseload, with access to experienced support when needed Strong drafting, analytical and advisory skills The ability to build and maintain excellent client relationships Clear and confident communication skills A commitment to delivering high levels of client care A desire to develop your expertise while working on meaningful, impactful matters Why Apply? Work on varied, engaging matters for mission-driven clients Join a supportive and friendly team that plays to your strengths Access clear opportunities to develop your expertise and progress your career Enjoy a culture that prioritises people, collaboration and positive impact Competitive salary and benefits package What's on Offer Hybrid working 25 days' annual leave plus 2 Christmas gift days 3 days' paid volunteering leave For Birmingham-based colleagues: a newly refurbished office with an onsite café and free access to an onsite gym All IT equipment provided to support effective home working If you are passionate about helping clients find practical and effective solutions across Employment & Pensions matters - and want your work to make a real difference - we would love to hear from you. Apply Now If you are an Employment & Pensions solicitor looking to join a respected and growing national team, please submit your CV or contact Donna Jones at BCL Legal for a confidential discussion.