Employment Associate

68000 - 70000 per annum + Excellent BenefitsCheltenham, GloucestershirePermanentEmployment Solicitor | 5+ PQE | CheltenhamA leading international law firm is looking to strengthen its Employment team in Cheltenham, with an opportunity for an Employment Solicitor at around 5+ PQE. There is some flexibility on level for the right candidate.This is a high-quality practice with an increasingly international focus, advising a sophisticated client base across a broad range of employment matters.The RoleYou will join an established and growing team handling a varied mix of contentious and non-contentious employment work, including:Strategic employment advice to businesses, senior executives and entrepreneurs.Employment Tribunal litigation and complex workplace disputes.Senior executive exits, restrictive covenants and confidentiality matters.TUPE and employment support on corporate and commercial transactions.Workplace investigations, disciplinaries, grievances and performance matters.Employment status, contracts, policies and broader HR advisory work.Working alongside colleagues across the wider firm on cross-border and multi-disciplinary matters.The team has a strong international outlook, with opportunities to work on matters involving clients and colleagues across different jurisdictions.The TeamYou will be joining a well-established Employment practice with genuine growth ambitions. The team is led by a highly regarded Partner who has developed their career within the firm and has a strong international focus. The wider team includes experienced senior lawyers, an Employment Knowledge Lawyer and a solicitor qualifying into the team, creating a supportive structure with plenty of opportunity to learn and develop.What We're Looking ForThe ideal candidate will be:An Employment Solicitor with around 5+ PQE, although applications from strong candidates outside this level will be considered.Experienced across a broad range of contentious and/or non-contentious employment matters.Commercially minded and confident advising clients directly.A strong technical lawyer with excellent drafting and communication skills.Comfortable working autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team.Interested in developing client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of the practice.Open to considering a move for the right opportunity, team and long-term career prospects.Why Consider It?This is not simply a move for a different salary or title. It is an opportunity to join a high-quality, international-facing Employment practice with a clear growth trajectory and the platform to develop your career within a highly regarded firm. The role could suit someone currently based outside Gloucestershire, with the firm open to considering strong candidates from further afield, including the Midlands. For a confidential conversation about the opportunity, get in touch.

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