Employment Director (Solicitor)

Partner/Director/ HOD Employment (Solicitor), £120 -£140k + growth shares, Kent, 70% remote working + benefits. Join an ambitious, private equity-backed People Services business that is redefining the way SMEs in the UK access Legal, HR, H&S, and Employee Benefits services. My client is looking for a dynamic, driven and entrepreneurial Employment Partner/similar to lead the division as in this capacity within their growing employment division. With a solid foundation of circa 10 fee earners, support staff, and over 100 established clients, the employment division is poised for significant expansion. Ranked as Tier 2 in the Legal 500, the division offers excellent potential for a leader who is ready to manage, grow, and innovate within a non-traditional legal environment. The Role In this high-level role, you will be pivotal in driving the success of the employment division while aligning with the group’s overall business growth strategy. Your responsibilities will include:

• Business Development : Spearheading initiatives to expand the employment practice by leveraging the firm’s strong referral network, cross-selling services to the group’s client base, and developing new client relationships.
• Team Leadership: Leading, motivating, and developing a skilled team of employment solicitors and support staff to achieve excellence in client service .
• Strategic Growth : Working closely with the senior executive team to shape the division’s growth strategy, which includes organic growth and potential acquisitions.
• Counsel to Holding Company : Providing employment law counsel to the firm’s holding company and ensuring legal compliance across our People Services offerings .
• Client Relations : Offering expert counsel on complex employment matters to a diverse range of SME clients, retained and one-off.

About the Firm: My client is not your typical law firm! As part of a unique consultancy and legal services business, they take pride in their innovative, non-vanilla approach to employment law and people services. The group provides holistic support to SMEs across Legal, HR, Health & Safety, and Employee Benefits - and they are experiencing exponential growth. With offices in 3 locations, they provide nationwide coverage while maintaining a people-centric culture that prioritises innovation, collaboration, and growth. About you: The ideal candidate will have:

• A qualified solicitor/similar.
• Minimum of 10 + years successful Employment experience in a high-level role aligned to the level of this position.
• Driven and entrepreneurial with a passion for business development and an innovative mindset.
• Experienced in leading and managing a team of legal professionals.
• A specialist in Employment Law, capable of delivering high-level strategic advice and managing complex client relationships.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, non-traditional legal environment that integrates consultancy services.
• Possessing a client following is an advantage but not essential.

They Offer:

• A unique opportunity to lead and expand a growing employment law division with the backing of a private equity-funded group.
• Growth shares for the right candidate, allowing you to directly benefit from the success you help create.
• A dynamic, forward-thinking workplace with a fantastic people culture.
• Benefits which include private healthcare, life assurance, private pension,etc.

If you are a dynamic, high flyer looking to make your mark in this exciting role, please contact me as follows: Jo Cokayne: jo@lrlegal.co.uk or call for a confidential discussion on 0208 078 9236 (office hours) or 07925104795 (out of office hours). LR Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency with a reputation based on trust and in tegrity. We will always ask your permission before sending your CV to any of our clients.The PQE identified in this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more PQE.LR Legal Recruitment is operating as an Employment Agency in respect of this vacancy.