Employment Lawyer 2-7 years PQE

Employment Lawyer - 2 to 7 years' PQE | National Firm | Birmingham | Hybrid BCL Legal is delighted to be working on an excellent opportunity for an Employment Associate to join the Employment Group at a leading UK law firm. This highly regarded team is known for its expertise in both national and international employment law, offering the successful candidate high-quality work with blue-chip clients across a broad range of sectors. The Role The firm is looking to expand its Employment team and has several openings for Employment Lawyers with 2 to 7 years' PQE across its UK offices. The successful candidates will work with a diverse range of clients, including FTSE blue-chip companies, providing strategic employment law advice on complex matters such as cross-border issues, restructuring, executive compensation, and senior executive disputes. You will be expected to manage a varied caseload, handling complex tribunal claims, grievances at the senior level (including discrimination and whistleblowing), and high-value/high-profile issues, including executive recruitment, termination, and restrictive covenants. The role may also involve corporate transactions and M&A-related employment law advice. The firm offers the flexibility to work across multiple offices, and they are open to discussing hybrid or part-time working arrangements. The Candidate The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of employment law experience, ideally from a commercial practice, with strong technical knowledge and experience in strategic employment law advice, complex employment tribunal claims, restructuring, redundancy, and executive-level issues. Experience in high-value litigation and cross-border employment issues is an advantage. · 2 to 7 years PQE in Employment Law. · Strong experience in complex employment law matters. · Experience with corporate transactions, executive compensation, and senior executive disputes. · A commercial mindset with a practical and client-focused approach. · Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues. · A team player who is keen to contribute to the growth of the team. About the Firm This global law firm is known for delivering high-quality legal advice across a wide range of sectors. With a presence in key locations worldwide, the firm acts as a trusted advisor to clients across industries, including corporate, financial services, and public sectors. The firm has been recognized for its commitment to diversity and inclusion and was awarded the 'Best Talent and Inclusion' award at The Lawyer Awards 2022. With over 3,800 employees across 28 locations worldwide, the firm offers a dynamic and collaborative working environment with opportunities for career progression. Their employment team is particularly well-regarded for its expertise and innovation in the field, with a focus on helping clients navigate complex legal challenges while delivering practical solutions. The Team The Employment Group is an integral part of the firm, offering a broad range of services to clients across the UK and internationally. The team is known for its commercial, client-centric approach and offers a supportive and collaborative environment where all members are encouraged to grow and develop. Benefits Package The firm offers an outstanding benefits package that includes competitive remuneration, a great working environment, and the opportunity to work on high-quality and complex legal matters. The firm is committed to developing its talent and offers a comprehensive training and career development program to help you reach your full potential. If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply now or send an up-to-date copy of your CV to Donna Jones at BCL Legal. If this role isn't quite the right fit for you, please get in touch for a confidential discussion about your career options. For a full list of available roles, visit the BCL Legal job search page. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.