Employment & Pensions Solicitor

AJ Chambers are working with a growing law firm in Central London. They are currently recruiting for an Employment & Pensions Associate to join their team.

Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for the day to day running of a caseload
• Advising on routine matters such as misconduct, sickness absence, grievances etc
• TUPE advice and drafting
• Conduct of Employment Tribunal litigation up to hearing stage
• Preparation, negotiation and advising on Settlement Agreements (for employers and employees)
• Advising on restructures
• Undertaking due diligence and supporting other departments on projects with a people aspect
• Preparation and presentation of training to clients on Employment related topics
• Supporting the Partners on large and more complex matters if required
• Direct interaction with clients, managing their expectations and meeting their deadlines
• Achieving time recording and billing targets
• Efficiently managing deadlines relating to a variety of cases at any one time
• Full involvement in marketing and business development in a client focused manner.

Person specification

• 2-5 year's PQE as an Employment Lawyer, admitted to practice as a Solicitor in England & Wales
• CILEx Lawyers must have Civil Litigation Practice Rights
• Strong academic background with 2.1 at deg...