Senior Employment Lawyer

  • Job Reference: 75117
  • Date Posted: 4 February 2026
  • Recruiter: Lipson Lloyd-Jones
  • Location: *, Hertfordshire
  • Salary: On Application
  • Bonus/Benefits: Bens
  • Sector: Employment, Employment Lit
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time
  • Contact: Lucy Boyd
  • Email: lucy@ll-j.com
  • Telephone: 020 7600 1690

Job Description

OUR CLIENT

Legal 500 law firm

THE ROLE

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Principal Associate Solicitor to join a highly ranked employment law team

The role will involve advising businesses and senior executives through complex employment law challenges, providing strategic advice and practical solutions.

As a Principal Associate in the team, you will advise a broad range of clients, contributing to the ongoing development and expansion of the team

You will provide expert guidance on all aspects of employment law, including contracts, policies, disciplinary and grievance procedures, and day-to-day HR queries

This will cover;

Contentious Matters: Represent clients in employment disputes and tribunal claims, including unfair dismissal, discrimination, whistle-blowing, and redundancy disputes

Strategic Projects: Guide clients through large-scale restructuring, TUPE transfers, and workforce planning for corporate clients

Client Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, HR professionals, and senior executives, acting as a trusted advisor on complex issues

Business Development: Contribute to the growth of the Employment team through networking, thought leadership, and developing new client opportunities.

THE CANDIDATE

To be considered for this role you will have a solid employment law background 10 + PQE

You will have excellent technical skills, sound commercial acumen and leadership qualities

You will be looking for a role offering career development

The firm offers flexible working

Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.