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Head of Employment Law

Yolk Recruitment Ltd
Posted 17 hours ago, valid for 15 days
Location

Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF5 1DR, Wales

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The National Law firm is seeking a Head of Employment Law to establish a new practice in their Cardiff office, offering a salary of up to £100,000.
  • Candidates must be qualified solicitors with substantial experience in employment law and exceptional business development skills.
  • The role involves building an Employment team, providing legal advice on various employment issues, and leading client negotiations and training.
  • The firm values strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills, as well as a commitment to fostering a collaborative team culture.
  • Benefits include 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a holiday bonus scheme, and comprehensive training opportunities.

Head of Employment Law

Up to £100,000

Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom · Full-time

Description

A National Law firm with over a dozen offices is looking for a proactive and strategic Head of Employment to build and create a new Employment Law practice in their Cardiff Office. Due to the office location on the outskirts of Cardiff, the role would suit a lawyer from Bristol or all parts of South Wales. In this vital role, you will be responsible for building the Employment team while providing expert legal advice to both employers and employees on a range of employment issues.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Build from scratch a new Employment Law team, ensuring high standards of legal service and client care.
  • Providing comprehensive legal advice on employment contracts, employee rights, workplace disputes, and compliance with employment law.
  • Developing and implementing strategies to expand and enhance our Employment Law practice.
  • Representing clients in negotiations, arbitrations, and litigation as necessary.
  • Leading training and workshops for clients on employment-related matters.
  • Staying current on employment legislation and best practices to ensure compliance.
  • Building strong relationships with clients and collaborating with other departments for integrated services.
  • Mentoring junior solicitors and staff, fostering their growth and professional development.
  • Managing departmental budgets and financial performance.

Requirements

  • Qualified solicitor with substantial experience in employment law.
  • Exceptional Business Development skills.
  • Strong leadership and management capabilities.
  • Proven business development skills and client relationship management.
  • Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to handle complex and sensitive employment issues with discretion.
  • Knowledge of both contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
  • Commitment to fostering a collaborative and high-performance team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Holiday bonus scheme ( up to 12 additional days leave)

Pension scheme

Parking (on a first come first served basis)

Comprehensive training and development opportunities including support to study for professional qualifications

Cycle to work scheme

Firm funded eye tests

Medicash Plan

For a confidential discussion please contact Daniel Mason at our Head Offices.

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