Trade Union Employment Solicitor

We are working with a major trade union client, seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to join its central London based team on a permanent basis. This senior role involves leading the Union's work on employment and industrial relations law. The union is one of the largest in the country and has members across a wide range of sectors - both public and private.

The Role

A full job description is available on request. The successful candidate will provide expert legal advice to the Union's officers on both a regional and national basis, playing a key role in shaping the Union's position on employment and industrial relations. The role encompasses advising on employment and industrial disputes, representing the Union and its members in tribunals, managing litigation strategies, and developing legal publications and training materials for officers. The candidate will be responsible for overseeing legal services, attending Union Congress, and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate

• Qualified solicitor with upwards of c. 5 years practising experience in England & Wales.
• In-depth knowledge of employment and industrial relations law
• Employment tribunal experience
• Strong advisory skills with the ability to offer practical, easily understandable legal guidance.
• A strong understanding of trade union values and a passion to support working people.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including drafting clear guidance and correspondence. Good IT proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Word. Demonstrable interpersonal skills for engaging with officers, external organisations, and legal professionals. A commitment to supporting trade union aims and values.

The role offers a competitive salary, final salary pension scheme, a company car, 32 days of annual leave after one year, Christmas closure, and various other health and wellbeing benefits. Joining this organisation provides a fantastic opportunity to be at the forefront of employment law within the trade union movement, influencing policy and legal strategy at a national level while working in a collaborative and impactful environment.

References to PQE are simply given as a guide, we are of course happy to consider applications from candidates who fall outside of the specified bracket but possess the necessary skills and knowledge to be successful in the role. For more information about this Trade Union Employment Solicitor vacancy in London, please contact Sophie Linley at Sacco Mann on 0113 236 6711.