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Employment Solicitor (Associate/Senior Associate)
Organising Institution / Firm
Birchrose Associates
Quick Verified Facts
π Deadline
Not Specified by Organiser
π Mode / Location
London Area, United Kingdom
π° Stipend / Pay
Not Specified
π Eligibility
UK qualified Solicitor with approximately 1 β 8 PQE; strong generalist employment experience in a leading law firm or specialist practice; experience in both contentious and non-contentious matters.
π‘οΈ Category
Law Firm Job
Full Opportunity Brief
Contextual Overview
Birchrose Associates is hiring for two Employment Solicitor positions (Associate and Senior Associate levels) to join the London team of a leading UK law firm. The firm specializes in advising major businesses and senior individuals on complex, high-profile employment matters, including cross-border and strategic advisory work.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: UK qualified Solicitor.
- Experience: 1β8 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE); strong NQs approaching 1 PQE may be considered.
- Specialization: Must be a generalist with proven experience in both contentious and non-contentious employment law.
- Background: Experience gained within a leading law firm or a highly regarded specialist employment practice.
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Advise major employers and senior executives on complex workplace issues and exits.
- Manage Employment Tribunal litigation and other employment-related disputes.
- Provide strategic advice on corporate transactions and cross-border employment projects.
- Develop direct client relationships and contribute to thought leadership and training initiatives.
- Senior Associates will take increased responsibility for matter management and team mentorship.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode
Not specified. The firm notes a competitive environment with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and lower chargeable-hours targets compared to the wider City market.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates should apply via the official LinkedIn portal or contact Emily Donnell (Principal Consultant at Birchrose Associates) directly for a confidential discussion regarding the role.
Official Notification
View Official Job Posting on LinkedIn
FAQs
- Are NQs eligible to apply? Yes, the firm will consider applications from strong NQs approaching 1 PQE.
- Is this a specialist or generalist role? The firm is specifically seeking technically strong generalists rather than lawyers focused on a single niche area.