Employment Lawyer – Full/Part time – Exeter

Overview

In this role you will join a busy Exeter litigation team to manage a diverse employment caseload. You will handle contentious and non-contentious matters for employers and employees, with a focus on growth through developing new work and client relationships. The position offers a clear path to ownership of a developing practice area within a collaborative, supportive environment. Traveling to client meetings and events is part of the role, with opportunities to broaden your litigation skills. You will contribute to a dynamic culture and benefit from strong career prospects and a competitive package.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive benefits package

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload across a broad range of employment matters (unfair/constructive/ wrongful dismissal; discrimination; whistleblowing)
• Advise on redundancy, disciplinary and grievance procedures
• Draft and negotiate settlement agreements, contracts, staff handbooks and policies
• Provide TUPE advice and HR advisory support
• Develop and maintain client relationships; contribute to business development and new work generation
• Attend meetings and marketing events across offices; travel as required
• Collaborate with a dynamic team and support the growth of the practice area

Key requirements

• 3–5 years’ post qualification experience
• Ability to manage own caseload independently
• Strong employment law background for both employers and employees
• Willingness to travel for client meetings and events
• Open to developing skills in other areas of litigation or bringing an existing client following

• proactive
• business development mindset
• strong communication and client relationship skills
• employment law expertise
• TUPE advisory
• drafting of contracts, staff handbooks and policy documents

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