Head of Department - Employment Solicitor
* Location: Farnham, Surrey
* Job Type: Full-time / Hybrid
* Salary: Circa £60-85,000 – 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.