Employment Solicitor

Senior Employment Solicitor – Newbury

Are you an experienced Employment Solicitor or Legal Executive seeking a senior opportunity with a respected regional firm?

A top-rated, award-winning full-service law firm with a strong reputation across the South of England is looking for a Senior Employment Lawyer (5+ years PQE) to join its growing Employment Law team based in Newbury.

Why This Role?

• Respondent-Focused Work – Act for employers ranging from SMEs to national companies on complex advisory and contentious matters
• Corporate Support Exposure – Work alongside corporate and commercial teams on TUPE, restructuring and acquisition support
• Award-Winning Firm – Known for excellent client care, flexible working and strong team culture
• Career Growth – Join at a senior level with opportunities for progression and influence
• Attractive Package – Competitive salary, benefits and bonus structure

Your Role Will Include:

• Advising employer clients on redundancy, restructures and disciplinary/grievance procedures
• Handling TUPE matters as part of business acquisitions/disposals
• Drafting and reviewing contracts, policies, restrictive covenants and handbooks
• Leading employment tribunal litigation (mainly on behalf of employers)
• Managing complex discrimination, whistleblowing and unfair dismissal claims
• Negotiating and advising on settlement agreements
• Supporting internal and external corporate transactions with employment law due diligence and compliance advice

What We’re Looking For:

• UK-qualified Solicitor or CILEX (5+ years PQE) with strong respondent-side employment law experience
• Proven ability to handle corporate support work and TUPE-related matters
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to contribute to business development
• Proactive, confident and team-oriented

What’s On Offer?

• Competitive salary tailored to your experience
• Performance-related bonus
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive working culture

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior position within a well-regarded Employment Law team, where your experience will be valued and your career can flourish.

Apply now or contact us confidentially for more information.