Employment Partner

Oculus are working alongside a Top 50 UK law firm that following significant investment into its Leamington Spa office, the firm is entering an exciting new phase of growth and is now looking to appoint a Head of Employment / Employment Partner to lead and develop its local Employment offering.

The focus is on finding an experienced leader who can provide direction, inspire a team and help shape the next chapter of the practice.

You will play a key role in driving the growth of the Employment offering across the Midlands whilst benefiting from the support, expertise and resources of a substantial national team.

The role will involve:

• Advising a broad range of employer clients on contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including Employment Tribunal litigation and HR advisory work


• Acting for organisations across sectors including education, healthcare, defence, technology and, , higher education


• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while supporting business development initiatives across the region


• Leading, mentoring and developing junior lawyers whilst working closely with colleagues across Employment, HR and Immigration

The successful candidate will:

• Be an experienced Employment Solicitor with strong respondent-side experience and a genuine interest in the advisory and HR aspects of employment law


• Have leadership experience, strong commercial awareness and a collaborative approach to working with colleagues and clients


• Be excited by the opportunity to take a leading role in the continued growth and development of the practice

In return, the firm offers:

• Hybrid working (3 days in the office)


• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays


• Private Medical Insurance, Income Protection and Life Assurance


• Bonus scheme


• Electric Vehicle, Cycle to Work and Car Loan schemes


• Gym membership contribution


• Employee benefits and discounts portal


• Flu vaccinations

For lawyers seeking a genuine leadership opportunity within a highly regarded practice, this role offers the chance to step into a visible position with significant support, an established client base and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the future direction of the Employment team.

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