Senior Associate Employment Solicitor Job at Douglas Scott (Birmingham)

Senior Associate Employment Solicitor

Fantastic opportunity to work with high-profile clients across health and care, ...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

Not provided

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

4+ years' PQE as an Employment Solicitor, gained in a reputable law firm or in-house
a proactive, commercially-minded approach with strong problem-solving skills
the ability to work collaboratively on complex matters
previous experience advising Health & Care clients is desirable.

Job Responsibility

Manage a high-quality caseload of both contentious and non-contentious employment work
predominantly working with Health and Care Clients
collaborate with partners and colleagues on complex legal issues
contribute to business development, playing a key role in growing the firm’s Employment practice.

What we offer

Join a leading Top 100 firm with an outstanding reputation
work with an exciting and diverse client base across multiple sectors
clear career progression in a supportive, forward-thinking team
competitive benefits package
flexible hybrid working model.

Fulltime

Senior Associate Employment Solicitor

A well-established and progressive regional law firm is seeking a Senior Associa...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

65000.00 - 78000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales, with 5+ years’ PQE in employment law
Strong background in advisory work, ideally with a clear employer-side focus
Comfortable acting as a senior point of contact for clients and providing strategic guidance
Confident in managing and mentoring junior team members
Proven ability – or appetite – to contribute to business development and grow the team’s market presence

Job Responsibility

Broad, predominantly non-contentious advisory workload, with a strong emphasis on preventative strategies and long-term client relationships
Around 75% of matters are employer-side, with the remainder focused on senior-level employee advisory
Tribunal matters are rare, usually resolved early – the emphasis is on strategic, solutions-driven support
Working closely with the Head of Employment and existing Associate, offering both senior input and leadership within the team

What we offer

Competitive salary with a discretionary bonus tied to both personal and team performance
A progressive, collegiate culture where senior lawyers are empowered to lead
Clear pathway to further progression, with leadership and succession opportunities on the table
Opportunity to shape the future of a dynamic and growing team
Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)
Genuinely flexible, modern culture with no rigid billing targets

Fulltime

Senior Associate Employment Solicitor

A well-established and progressive regional law firm is seeking a Senior Associa...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

65000.00 - 78000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
5+ years’ PQE in employment law
Strong background in advisory work, ideally with a clear employer-side focus
Comfortable acting as a senior point of contact for clients and providing strategic guidance
Confident in managing and mentoring junior team members
Proven ability – or appetite – to contribute to business development and grow the team’s market presence

Job Responsibility

Broad, predominantly non-contentious advisory workload, with a strong emphasis on preventative strategies and long-term client relationships
Around 75% of matters are employer-side, with the remainder focused on senior-level employee advisory
Tribunal matters are rare, usually resolved early – the emphasis is on strategic, solutions-driven support
You'll work closely with the Head of Employment and existing Associate, offering both senior input and leadership within the team

What we offer

Competitive salary with a discretionary bonus tied to both personal and team performance
A progressive, collegiate culture where senior lawyers are empowered to lead
Clear pathway to further progression, with leadership and succession opportunities on the table
Opportunity to shape the future of a dynamic and growing team

Fulltime

Senior Employment Associate

A respected UK law firm is looking for a Senior Associate to join its well-estab...

Location

United Kingdom , Richmond

Salary:

60000.00 - 76000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Solid experience in employment law, particularly around discrimination and tribunal work
Confidence in advising on redundancies, restructures, dismissals, and TUPE transfers
Strong client-handling skills – comfortable leading meetings and negotiations
Experience drafting and reviewing contracts and providing commercial, practical legal advice
A track record of supervising junior team members or contributing to their development

Job Responsibility

Advise a range of clients on complex employment law issues, helping them navigate sensitive situations with confidence and clarity

What we offer

A supportive, collaborative team
Flexible working
Hybrid working pattern – typically two days a week from home and three days in our modern office

Fulltime

Senior Employment Associate

A leading UK law firm is seeking a talented Senior Associate to join its growing...

Location

United Kingdom , Greater Manchester

Salary:

62000.00 - 76000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales, ideally with 6+ years’ PQE
Strong technical expertise in employment law, especially tribunal and discrimination matters
Experience supervising junior team members or mentoring trainees
Commercial acumen with a practical, client-focused approach
Confident communicator with excellent drafting and negotiation skills

Job Responsibility

Advising a broad range of clients across both the public and private sectors
Employment tribunals and dispute resolution
Discrimination and whistleblowing claims
TUPE, restructures and redundancy
Day-to-day HR advisory and strategy
Drafting employment contracts, policies, and agreements

What we offer

Hybrid working: 2 days from home, 3 in the office
Supportive culture: Collaborative, inclusive team where development is encouraged
Career growth: Clear progression with the autonomy to shape your path
Modern offices: Comfortable working environment and strong tech support
Competitive salary

Fulltime

Senior Associate in Employment

The firm is seeking a Senior Associate with 4–8 years PQE to join their Employme...

Location

United Kingdom , Edinburgh

Salary:

65000.00 - 85000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

4–8 years PQE
strong organisational skills
proven ability to manage a heavy caseload
experience supervising junior colleagues
commercial, client-focused approach

Job Responsibility

manage complex tribunal litigation
provide non-contentious advice across sectors such as education, retail, financial services, and technology

What we offer

structured training
mentoring
international exposure
hybrid and agile working policies
healthcare
dental
wellness programs
performance-based rewards
robust retirement planning options
opportunities for pro bono and community engagement

Fulltime

New

Associate/Senior Associate (Employment)

We are looking for an Associate or Senior Associate to join our growing Employme...

Location

United Kingdom , Cambridge, Peterborough or London

Salary:

Not provided

Greenwoods Legal LLP

Expiration Date

July 17, 2026

Requirements

Qualified Employment solicitor
between NQ-3PQE (Associate) and 4+PQE (Senior Associate)
strong technical expertise across a broad range of employment matters, including both contentious and non-contentious work
confidence in managing your own caseload, while also contributing effectively to wider team matters
excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, practical advice
a strong level of commercial awareness and a genuine interest in understanding clients' businesses, sectors and strategic objectives
the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, colleagues and professional contacts
a proactive, collaborative approach, with a willingness to contribute to team success and business development activities
a commitment to delivering high-quality work and excellent client service in a fast-paced, client-focused environment
drive and ambition to continue developing your skills and progressing your career within a supportive and growing team

Job Responsibility

Advise on all types of Employment Tribunal and High Court claims, including high value and complex disputes, and on how to minimise litigation risk
Handle whistleblowing matters, discrimination allegations, and tribunal preparation and proceedings
Advise on the full range of day-to-day employment law matters including contracts, policies, disciplinary and grievance procedures, and performance management
Provide strategic and commercial advice in relation to business reorganisations, redundancies and restructuring, TUPE, and the employment aspects of corporate deals
Advise high net worth individuals and senior executives in relation to appointments, exit strategies, restrictive covenants, team moves and use of confidential information
Manage your own caseload while supporting senior colleagues on complex matters
Deliver clear, pragmatic and commercially focused advice
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and referrers
Act as a trusted advisor with a deep understanding of client businesses and sectors
Contribute to networking, profile-raising and relationship-building activities

Senior Associate

Are you a Senior Associate looking for a new challenge, or an experienced Employ...

Location

United Kingdom , Hull

Salary:

Not provided

Wilkin Chapman Solicitor

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Manage a technically varied employment caseload
Deliver high-quality, client-focused legal advice
Develop relationships with new and existing clients
Contribute to business development initiatives and marketing activities
Work closely with Partners and senior colleagues on more complex matters
Assist in mentoring and developing junior colleagues
Maintain strong financial discipline, including time recording and billing

Job Responsibility

Manage a technically varied employment caseload
Deliver high-quality, client-focused legal advice
Develop relationships with new and existing clients
Contribute to business development initiatives and marketing activities
Work closely with Partners and senior colleagues on more complex matters
Assist in mentoring and developing junior colleagues
Maintain strong financial discipline, including time recording and billing

What we offer

Competitive holiday entitlement
Self-invested personal pension
Health and wellbeing initiatives
Life assurance
Cycle to work scheme
Agile working opportunities
Discounted legal fees
Referral incentives
Car parking

Fulltime

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