JMC Legal Recruitment

Senior Employment Solicitor

Job Location

Brighton, UK, United Kingdom

Job Description

Senior Employment Solicitor | Legal 500 Firm | Brighton, East Sussex A respected and well-established Legal 500 firm with a strong presence across the South East is seeking a Senior Employment Solicitor to join its Brighton office. This is a unique and strategic opportunity to become the firm’s sole Employment specialist, operating within a wider, supportive Litigation Team, and working closely with Corporate Commercial colleagues. The Role: You will take the lead on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including contracts, disciplinary and grievance issues, redundancies, TUPE, discrimination, and Employment Tribunal claims. You will advise both employers and senior employees, offering commercially sound, solutions-focused advice at every stage. A key aspect of this role will involve collaborating closely with the Corporate Commercial team, contributing employment law expertise to transactional work and advisory projects. You will be responsible for progressing matters independently from instruction through to resolution, including representation at hearings and post-hearing follow-up where required. As the Employment law lead, you will also play an important role in supporting the wider firm and shaping the future direction of the practice area. Flexible working arrangements are available – this role could be part-time with flexibility, or a full-time opportunity for someone with a following. Requirements: Qualified Employment Solicitor with 5 years PQE Strong technical expertise across the full spectrum of employment law Able to manage files independently from start to finish Commercially astute with excellent communication and client-care skills A collaborative approach, with the ability to work across teams (particularly Litigation and Corporate) Experience of managing or developing client relationships is desirable On Offer: A lead role within a respected Legal 500 firm Genuine autonomy and opportunity to shape the Employment function Close collaboration with high-performing Litigation and Corporate teams Flexible or part-time working arrangements available Competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and a full suite of benefits Supportive culture that encourages long-term development and progression This is a standout opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join a forward-thinking and supportive firm, with real scope to make the role your own. Apply now for immediate consideration.

Location: Brighton, UK, GB

Posted Date: 7/31/2025
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July 31, 2025
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