Senior Employment Solicitor

Senior Employment Solicitor / Partner
London | Confidential Appointment
Advert by Rebecca Strain, CEO – RI Talent
RI Talent is acting on behalf of a highly regarded London law firm seeking to appoint an exceptional Senior Employment Solicitor or Partner as part of a strategic growth hire.
This opportunity is aimed at top-performing employment lawyers currently practising in leading City, West End or boutique firms, who are looking for a platform that offers genuine influence, autonomy and long-term progression.
The Opportunity
The successful individual will play a key role within an established Employment practice, working on sophisticated, high-value employment matters and contributing to the future direction of the department.
The role offers exposure to complex contentious and advisory work, including:

• High-value remuneration and bonus disputes
• Senior exits, dismissals and executive terminations
• Discrimination, whistleblowing and reputationally sensitive matters
• TUPE, restructurings and workforce change
• Strategic employment and HR advisory at board level

For Partner-level candidates, there is real scope to shape strategy, grow the practice and build a market-facing profile, supported by a collaborative and commercially minded leadership team.
The Individual
This role will appeal to lawyers who:

• Are qualified solicitors with 8+ years’ PQE in employment law
• Have trained and/or practised at a respected London firm
• Are technically excellent with strong commercial instincts
• Have a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset
• Value quality of work, autonomy and influence over hierarchy
• Are considering a long-term career move rather than a lateral sidestep

Why This Role Stands Out

• A credible alternative to traditional City structures
• Genuine opportunity to influence and shape an Employment practice
• High-quality work without unnecessary internal politics
• Competitive remuneration and flexible working
• A firm that values senior lawyers as trusted advisors, not just fee-earners

Confidential Enquiries
For a strictly confidential discussion, please contact:
Rebecca Strain
CEO – RI Talent