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Employment Solicitor (Education) – South Glamorgan

Employment Solicitor (Education) in South Glamorgan. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.

Competitive

Compensation

Permanent

Term

Listed

The Role

  • Provide day-to-day employment advice on issues such as disciplinary matters, redundancies, and flexible working.

  • Manage contentious employment matters, including tribunal claims and advocacy opportunities.

  • Draft and review contracts of employment and workplace policies.

  • Advise on TUPE matters and organisational change projects.

  • Support clients with union relations and industrial action.

About You

  • Qualified Solicitor with a solid foundation in employment law.

  • Interest in the education sector.

  • Strong commercial awareness and pragmatic advice skills.

  • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

  • Collaborative team player with a proactive approach to learning.

What's on Offer

Flexible and hybrid working environment, comprehensive benefits package, and a commitment to employee wellbeing and development.

Why This Role

Work with a diverse client base and gain exposure to high-quality employment work in a supportive team.

Frequently Asked Questions

As specialist recruiters, we bypass standard HR portals and introduce you directly to the hiring partners. We advocate for your salary expectations, ensure your CV highlights exactly what the firm is looking for, and handle all negotiation—all completely free of charge to you.

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Role Summary

Salary

Competitive

Type

Permanent

Market Spotlight — South Glamorgan

The current legal recruitment landscape is highly active. Firms are prioritizing strategic hires and offering robust packages to secure top-tier talent in specialized fields.

Demand

High for experienced specialists

Discretion

100% Confidential

Why Austen Lloyd?

  • Completely confidential process
  • Direct relationships with firm partners
  • Specialist legal expertise since 2009
  • No obligation consultation

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