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 degree level
- Sound knowledge of employment law
- Ability to prioritise workload, undertake own caseloads, and demonstrate commercial awareness and proactivity
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and the ability to convey clear and concise information
- Resilient and determined to achieve positive outcomes
- Happy to travel to visit clients across the UK
Please apply or get in touch with Laura Turner at AJ Chambers.