Employment (Education) 4+

Employment Associate - Education Sector - 4+ PQE Are you an experienced Employment Solicitor with specialist education sector expertise? Looking to join a market-leading team where you will handle high-profile, complex work for major UK and international education institutions? This is an exceptional opportunity to take a significant next step in your employment law career. Our client, a highly respected national law firm with an international footprint, is seeking a 4+ PQE solicitor to join its renowned Education Employment team. With unrivalled rankings across Chambers and Legal 500, this team is recognised for its depth of expertise, collaborative culture and ability to deliver truly sector-specialist advice. The Opportunity Working within one of the UK's largest and most established employment practices, you will benefit from a unique mix of contentious and non-contentious instructions, sector-focused project work and the opportunity to advise some of the most prominent names in higher and further education, as well as schools, academies and private education providers. Key Responsibilities You will act for a broad range of education sector clients on a wide variety of employment law matters, including: - Advising on staffing elements of mergers, collaborations, restructures and international projects - Handling industrial relations and collective workforce issues - Managing senior exits, settlement negotiations and governance considerations - Advising on equality, discrimination, whistleblowing and regulatory matters - Running and supervising complex Employment Tribunal litigation, including multi-day hearings - Supporting clients with policy drafting, contract development and governance frameworks - Delivering bespoke client training, thought leadership and sector-specific insights - Leading and contributing to business development initiatives within the Education sector About You To be considered for this role, you will ideally bring: - 4+ years' PQE in Employment Law - Strong technical knowledge with the ability to manage complex and sensitive matters - Direct experience advising the Education sector-schools, colleges and/or universities in the UK - An understanding of the current challenges faced by education institutions What's on Offer This firm is known for its people-focused culture, transparent progression framework and impressive investment in training and development. You can expect: - Flexible, hybrid working arrangements - A comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and wellness support - Access to structured career development programmes, mentoring and cross-practice training - Opportunities for international exposure and work on cross-border matters - A platform that genuinely supports long-term growth and senior career ambitions For more information regarding this senior Employment role, please contact Nicola O'Hanlon at BCL Legal. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.