Employment Solicitor

Employment Solicitor, 2+ PQE, London, Salary up to £85,000 - £90,000 (DOE). This is a standout opportunity to join the growing employment team of a highly regarded Top 50 UK law firm, advising leading commercial clients and playing a key role in shaping a rapidly evolving practice. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Gemma on 0207 183 8586 or email gemma.jones@enllegal.co.uk with your CV. JOB REF: 215302501

THE ROLE:
This award-winning firm is looking to appoint an Employment Lawyer to handle a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious work for high-profile commercial clients, from ambitious start-ups to listed businesses. The role involves managing complex, often high-value employment matters across multiple sectors. Joining a dynamic and rapidly expanding team, you will collaborate closely with corporate support teams and contribute meaningfully to the firm’s ongoing growth and success.

THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years’ PQE gained at a well-regarded firm, with strong technical expertise and a sound understanding of employment law. You will deliver high-quality, commercially focused advice, undertake advocacy work, and provide training to existing and prospective clients.

You should demonstrate a strong commitment to exceptional client service, with a proven ability to build and maintain long-term client relationships, enhance client retention, and generate referrals to support the continued growth of the practice. A deep understanding of clients’ legal and commercial objectives, together with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, will be key to success in this role.

Additionally, while not essential, candidates with experience advising on restrictive covenant disputes and team moves are highly desirable. Fluency in Spanish, French, German, or Japanese would also be advantageous.

THE FIRM:
This award-winning national firm, ranked in The Legal 500, offers a wide range of specialist legal services to both commercial and private clients. This is an exceptional opportunity to join its expanding London employment practice, with a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including five weeks’ annual leave, a generous pension scheme, enhanced parental leave and pay, life assurance, and access to an employee assistance programme.

HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Gemma Jones on 0207 183 8586 or email gemma.jones@enllegal.co.uk with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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