Employment Law Solicitor/Associate/Senior Associate 2+pqe - Glasgow. c£65k - £85k (DOE) + Excellent Benefits Package.

Job Description

Employment Senior Solicitor / Associate / Senior Associate (2+ PQE) – Glasgow

£65k - £85k+ (DOE) + Excellent Benefits Package.

Are you an ambitious Employment Solicitor looking for your next career move? Do you want to work alongside recognised specialists, build long-term client relationships and develop your expertise within one of Scotland's largest and most experienced employment law teams?

Our client is looking for a talented and motivated Employment Senior Solicitor, Associate or Senior Associate to join their highly regarded Employment, Immigration and Pensions (EIP) team in their Glasgow office.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a friendly, approachable and collaborative team that is passionate about delivering exceptional client service. You will work alongside experienced employment law specialists on a broad range of complex and high-profile matters, with genuine opportunities to develop your advocacy, technical expertise and business development skills.

Our client enjoys and enviable reputation for excellence while maintaining a culture that is supportive, inclusive and enjoyable. Their employee centric approach results in the consistent delivery of work comes from great people and the firm are committed to helping their colleagues firm wide build rewarding and successful careers.

Their Employment, Immigration and Pensions team is one of the largest and most experienced in Scotland, with colleagues based across their Edinburgh and Glasgow offices, as well as remote team members in the Aberdeen area.

The team advise clients across Scotland, the UK and internationally on the full spectrum of employment law matters. The team includes Law Society of Scotland accredited employment law specialists, discrimination law specialists, accredited mediators and experienced HR professionals, enabling us to deliver commercially focused, practical advice across contentious and non-contentious matters.

Ranked by both Chambers and Partners and Legal 500, their team is recognised for its technical excellence, commercial approach and collaborative culture. They value knowledge sharing, mentorship and professional development, and enjoy working together both professionally and socially.

The role

Advise clients on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters, providing strategic and commercially focused advice.
Manage Employment Tribunal litigation from initial instructions through to final hearing, including case strategy, pleadings, witness statements and client risk management.
Represent clients in Employment Tribunal and Employment Appeal Tribunal proceedings, including advocacy at preliminary and substantive hearings where appropriate.
Draft and review employment contracts, policies, handbooks, settlement agreements and other employment documentation.
Support corporate transactions by advising on employment-related aspects, including TUPE and associated warranties and indemnities.
Deliver client training, seminars and workshops.
Build and maintain strong client relationships.
Contribute to business development initiatives, networking activities and thought leadership across the firm.
Support the ongoing development of junior colleagues through collaboration and knowledge sharing.

About you

2+ years' PQE in employment law.
Strong technical employment law knowledge and sound commercial judgement.
Experience advising clients on both contentious and non-contentious matters.
Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication and organisational skills.
Advocacy experience, or a desire to further develop your advocacy skills.
A proactive approach to client relationship management and business development.
A collaborative mindset and commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

What is on offer

The opportunity to work alongside recognised employment law specialists.
Exposure to complex, varied and high-profile work for a diverse client base.
Genuine opportunities for career progression, advocacy development and leadership experience.
Regular mentoring, coaching and knowledge sharing from experienced colleagues.
Opportunities to build your profile through client engagement, networking, training delivery and thought leadership.
A supportive, friendly and collaborative team culture where your contribution is recognised and valued.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.
A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

To find out more about this career opportunity, please contact Michelle Beaumont for a confidential discussion.