Employment Senior Associate

Reading Permanent View Job Description
A leading UK law firm is seeking a skilled Employment Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join its Reading office. This permanent role offers a dynamic mix of employer and employee work, with exposure to high-profile clients and complex litigation. Hybrid working and cross-office collaboration make this a truly engaging opportunity.
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible hybrid working with strong career progression

About Our Client

This forward-thinking law firm is known for its collaborative culture, entrepreneurial spirit and specialist expertise in employment law. With offices across the South of England, they offer a supportive environment where lawyers thrive through autonomy, mentorship and international opportunities.

Job Description

The Employment Solicitor will be:

  • Handling a balanced caseload of employer and senior employee matters
  • Advising on grievances, dismissals, discrimination, whistleblowing & litigation
  • Supporting employer clients with contracts, policies, reorganisations & TUPE
  • Collaborating across offices and mentoring junior lawyers
  • Managing own files and admin in a hands-on, agile environment

The Successful Applicant

The Employment Solicitor should be:

  • A solicitor or equivalent with 5+ years PQE in employment law
  • Experienced in Tribunal and High Court litigation
  • Proactive, organised, and confident in managing client expectations
  • A strong communicator with excellent attention to detail

What's on Offer

  • Hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 days at home)
  • Excellent benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • International secondments via global legal networks



Contact
Catherine Le Court De Billot
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6867173
Phone number
+441189337041

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Employment / Pensions / Immigration
Sector
Business Services
Location
Reading
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Catherine Le Court De Billot
Consultant phone
+441189337041
Job reference
JN-102025-6867173