Head of Employment – Essex

The Role

• Establish and develop an employment law department, advising both employers and employees.

• Manage a varied caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment matters.

• Build a client base through networking, referrals, and business development.

• Recruit, mentor, and lead a team as the department grows.

• Take responsibility for departmental performance, profitability, and billing targets.

• Contribute to the wider development and strategic direction of the firm.

About You

• An experienced Employment Solicitor with around 6–10+ years' PQE, although other suitably experienced candidates will be considered.

• Confident handling a broad range of employment law matters.

• Commercially minded, with the ambition to build and grow a department.

• Strong business development and relationship-building skills.

• Previous supervisory or management experience would be advantageous.

• An existing client following would be welcomed.

What's on Offer

• Genuine autonomy to establish and shape a department.

• Support to recruit and develop a team.

• Competitive, negotiable salary reflecting experience and following.

• Flexible working arrangements and comprehensive benefits.

• Potential progression to Partnership or Equity Partnership.

Why This Role

This position offers a unique chance to lead and grow a department within a supportive firm, with the potential for significant career advancement.