Employment Solicitor / Associate | 2–4 PQE | London

Contentious Employment | Employee & Senior Executive Matters | Career Development

Lex Exec is recruiting for an Employment Solicitor or Associate to join an established Employment team in London.

The role offers a varied contentious caseload, advising individuals and senior executives on workplace disputes and negotiated outcomes. It would suit someone who enjoys combining detailed legal analysis with practical advice and close client contact.

There is scope to take increasing responsibility for matters while developing your experience with support from senior colleagues.

The Opportunity

The work includes:

Employment Tribunal litigation, including unfair dismissal and discrimination
Whistleblowing and harassment claims
Senior executive disputes and negotiated resolutions
Assessing the merits of claims and contributing to case strategy
Drafting legal documents and advising clients throughout their matters

You will contribute to the conduct of complex disputes, develop client relationships and play an active part in progressing cases.

About You

We are particularly interested in speaking with lawyers with around 2–4 years’ PQE in Employment law, although relevant experience and capability will be central to the assessment.

You are likely to have:

Experience representing employees or claimants in Employment disputes
Strong drafting and analytical skills
Confidence communicating directly with clients
A well-organised approach to managing competing priorities
Sound commercial judgement
An interest in developing your technical expertise and taking greater responsibility

This opportunity would suit lawyers looking for substantive contentious work, greater ownership of matters and support to develop their practice.

Package & Benefits

The package includes a competitive salary, annual leave plus bank holidays, pension contributions, private healthcare and wellbeing benefits, alongside ongoing professional development support.

Apply

You do not need to be actively looking. If you would like to understand more about the opportunity and where your experience could fit, contact Colin Lynam at colin@lex-exec.com for a confidential discussion.

Your details will not be shared without your permission.

About Lex Exec

Lex Exec is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy working with leading UK law firms and lawyers from NQ through to Partner level.

We have particular expertise across Employment, Private Client, Private Wealth Disputes, Family, Real Estate and Rural & Landed Estates.

Employment Solicitor / Associate | 2–4 PQE | Claimant / Employee Focus | London