Hybrid Solicitor / Associate – Employment

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About the role

  • Solicitor/Associate in Employment team at DWF managing cases for dynamic clients. Collaborating in a supportive environment while providing expert employment law advice.

Responsibilities

  • Manage your own caseload, handling everything from day-to-day advisory work to employment tribunal litigation and restrictive covenant disputes.
  • Provide pragmatic, business-focused advice on issues including TUPE, reorganisations, contracts, policies, and senior exits.
  • Work closely with our corporate and commercial teams on high-value transactions.
  • Take ownership of tribunal claims from drafting pleadings to conducting advocacy.
  • Contribute to the team’s growth through networking and business development.
  • Maintain and manage strong relationships with key clients whilst striving to achieve further growth through new and existing business.

Requirements

  • Qualified solicitor from a national or strong regional firm.
  • Employment advisory and litigation experience, with the ability to manage matters end‑to‑end.
  • Confident, personable, and effective at managing stakeholders.
  • Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
  • Experience handling complex matters and multiple stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to deliver practical, strategic advice to employer clients.
  • Highly organised, efficient, and collaborative in approach.

Benefits

  • We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.
  • We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity.
  • We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
  • We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed.

Job title

Solicitor / Associate – Employment

Job type

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

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