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