Head of Department - Employment Solicitor
- Location: Farnham, Surrey
- Job Type: Full-time / Hybrid
- Salary: Circa £60-65,000 – depending on experience
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and dynamic individual to join our busy and successful Employment team as Head of Department. We are seeking a skilled Employment Solicitor with over 6 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) who can demonstrate leadership, initiative, and creativity.
Day to day of the role:
- Lead the Employment team, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
- Provide expert legal advice to both respondents and claimants, including handling settlement agreements.
- Manage files autonomously while maintaining a collaborative approach to teamwork.
- Develop and supervise the team, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Focus on obtaining commercial solutions for clients and contributing to the growth of the practice.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Qualified Solicitor with 6+ years PQE.
- Strong experience representing both respondents and claimants.
- Proven track record in autonomously managing files.
- Previous supervision/management experience is essential.
- Dynamic, detail-oriented, and ambitious for career progression.
Benefits:
- 28 days annual leave for heads of departments, 25 days for fee earners, plus bank holidays and Christmas.
- Discretionary bonus based on individual performance.
- Private medical insurance.
- Death in Service benefit.
- Car parking for fee earners.
- Standard pension contributions.
- Hybrid working arrangements.
This is a unique and rare opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join our growing practice in Surrey. We are a young, dynamic, and respected high-street practice that values a friendly and approachable team environment.
To apply for this Employment Solicitor position, please submit your CV and covering letter to our specialist legal recruitment team.
PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.