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Senior Employment Lawyer Partnership Pathway

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Posted 4 days ago, valid for 5 days

Newbury, Berkshire RG14 2LA, England

Full Time

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The position is for a Senior Employment Solicitor with 5 to 8 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) located in Newbury, offering hybrid working options.
The salary ranges from £65,000 to £70,000, in addition to bonuses and full benefits.
This role provides significant autonomy and influence, allowing the solicitor to manage a varied caseload while mentoring junior lawyers.
Candidates should have strong experience in both advisory and contentious employment matters, along with client relationship management skills.
The firm is recognized for its forward-thinking approach and offers clear pathways for partnership or leadership development.

Senior Employment Solicitor (5 to 8 PQE)Location: Newbury | Hybrid Working AvailableSalary: £65,000 – £70,000 + Bonus + Full BenefitsAn excellent opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor to step into a key role within a respected Leading Thames Valley Firm. This is a senior level position with real autonomy and influence, offering a varied caseload and the chance to mentor junior lawyers and play a strategic role in the department’s growth.Why Join? • Competitive salary of £65,000 – £70,000 plus bonus and benefits• Forward-thinking firm with a long standing regional reputation• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements• Clear partnership track or leadership development availableThe Role You’ll handle high-quality advisory and contentious employment work for employer clients across a range of sectors, including SMEs and senior executives. Work includes:• Complex disciplinary, grievance and dismissal issues• Employment litigation and tribunal advocacy• TUPE, redundancy and business restructuring• Senior exits and settlement negotiations• Drafting contracts, policies and handbooks• Support on corporate and commercial transactionsYou'll also be expected to contribute to client development, networking and strategic input within the team.What We're Looking For • 5 to 8 years’ PQE in employment law• Strong experience across advisory and contentious matters• Confident with client relationship management and business development• Able to supervise or support junior colleagues where needed• Commercially focused, with strong technical and communication skillsHow to ApplyTo discuss this opportunity in confidence or apply, please contact Chris Prendergast at QED Legal

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