Senior Employment Lawyer Partnership Pathway

Senior Employment Solicitor (5 to 8 PQE)

Location: Newbury Hybrid Working Available

Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 + Bonus + Full Benefits

An 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?

1. Competitive salary of £65,000 - £70,000 plus bonus and benefits
2. Forward-thinking firm with a long standing regional reputation
3. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
4. Clear partnership track or leadership development available

The 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:

1. Complex disciplinary, grievance and dismissal issues
2. Employment litigation and tribunal advocacy
3. TUPE, redundancy and business restructuring
4. Senior exits and settlement negotiations
5. Drafting contracts, policies and handbooks
6. Support on corporate and commercial transactions

You'll also be expected to contribute to client development, networking and strategic input within the team.

What We're Looking For

1. 5 to 8 years' PQE in employment law
2. Strong experience across advisory and contentious matters
3. Confident with client relationship management and business development
4. Able to supervise or support junior colleagues where needed
5. Commercially focused, with strong technical and communication skills

How to Apply

To discuss this opportunity in confidence or apply, please contact Chris Prendergast at QED Legal.