Employment Lawyer
Job Summary
Location: Brighton
Salary: Competitive
Deadline: 5pm on Monday 6 January 2025
We are looking to employ an experienced Employment Law Solicitor, in-house Counsel / Barrister, Legal Executive or Case Worker to join our heavyweight Employment Law team. We predominantly advise employees but also work with employers on a full range of employment issues. Our ideal candidate will enjoy all aspects of Employment Law as well as bringing and defending complex discrimination cases.
You need to be a good communicator and team player who is committed to providing a high-quality service to all our clients.
You must also be proficient at using IT and case management systems and able to carry out your own advocacy to at least Case Management stage. It is desirable that you can advocate at Judicial Mediations and Final Hearings.
We have a strong national reputation for our equality work and run annual campaigns such as Mind the Bump, Disability Matters and #MeToo Matters to eradicate discrimination in the workplace.
We are ranked in the 2024 edition of the Legal 500 for Kent, Surrey and Sussex as a Leading Firm. We are moving towards an Employee Ownership model so this position will suit someone who wants more control over their career.
You will assist us in continuing to build our reputation as a campaigning community law firm which provides a high quality service to all our clients, with integrity and commitment.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and will consider applications from candidates who wish to work flexible hours on a full or part-time basis.
Benefits
- Opportunities for progression and career development (firm moving to Employee Ownership Model)
- Working for a purpose driven campaigning law firm
- Friendly team environment
- Holiday increase based on length of service
- Commitment to training and continuing professional development
- Employee pension scheme with employer contributions
- Brighton location
- Regular staff nights out funded by the firm
Why work at Martin Searle Solicitors?
We are an award-winning, Legal 500 ranked community law firm dedicated to making a difference to our community. We promote equality of opportunity and diversity in our workplace and in the way we provide our legal service. We believe actions speaks louder than words and are well known for our campaigns to increase access to justice and to stamp out discrimination in the workplace. Our supportive employment environment is the ideal fit for talented individuals looking to make a difference and who want a legal role which has purpose.
How to apply
Please send your CV together with a letter explaining why you want to join our employment law team, what you can bring to our firm, how soon you can start and your preferred hours and salary expectations to amanda@ms-solicitors.co.uk.
Application closing date: Monday 6 January 2025.
No recruitment agencies please.
