Employment (Trade Union Specialism)

London Permanent View Job Description
You will be part of a specialist employment team advising trade unions and their members on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters. The work includes industrial relations, collective bargaining, discrimination, whistleblowing, and tribunal litigation, often with a political or strategic dimension.
  • Advising trade unions on cases
  • Offers a rare blend of high-quality legal work and a socially conscious ethos

About Our Client

This firm is consistently ranked in the top tiers for employment law and is known for its deep-rooted relationships with trade unions and public sector bodies. With a strong ethical foundation and a commitment to employee rights, the firm offers a supportive and inclusive culture, excellent training, and genuine career progression.

Job Description

Advise trade unions and their members on a broad spectrum of employment law issues, including industrial action, collective bargaining, TUPE, and redundancy.

Represent clients in Employment Tribunal proceedings and High Court litigation, including discrimination, unfair dismissal, and whistleblowing claims.

Draft and negotiate employment contracts, policies, and collective agreements.

Provide strategic legal support on industrial relations matters, often in politically sensitive contexts.

Deliver training and legal updates to union officials and members.

Collaborate with colleagues across the firm to support wider public law and regulatory issues affecting union clients.

The Successful Applicant

You will be a qualified solicitor with at least 2 years' post-qualification experience in employment law, ideally with exposure to trade union or public sector work. A strong academic background, excellent drafting and advocacy skills, and a genuine interest in industrial relations and collective employment law are essential. Passion for social justice and a collaborative mindset will be key to thriving in this role.

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary range of £80-85000, depending on experience.
  • A permanent role within a leading organisation based in London.
  • Opportunities to work on high-profile cases within the legal department.
  • Access to professional development and training resources.
  • A supportive and collaborative working environment in the professional services industry.



If you are passionate about employment law and trade union matters, this role offers a unique chance to advance your career. Apply today to join a respected legal team in London.

Contact
Charlie Ricks
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6858614
Phone number
+442072691749

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Employment / Pensions / Immigration
Sector
Business Services
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Charlie Ricks
Consultant phone
+442072691749
Job reference
JN-102025-6858614