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Employment Solicitor 12M FTC

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I am currently working exclusively with a well-established organisation operating across multiple sectors, seeking an Employment Solicitor 12M FTC to provide expert employment law support during a period of increased workload and change. This role will suit an experienced employment solicitor who can deliver pragmatic, commercial advice and operate as a trusted adviser to HR and senior stakeholders.

Job Title: Employment Solicitor 12M FTC
Contract: 12 months
Location: Birmingham
Salary / Day Rate: £70,000 – £95,000 dependent upon experience
Working Pattern: Hybrid
Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide day-to-day employment law advice to HR and senior management.
  • Support complex employee relations matters including disciplinaries, grievances, redundancies, and restructures.
  • Advise on TUPE transfers, workforce change projects, and organisational transformation.
  • Draft, review, and advise on employment contracts, policies, and procedures.
  • Manage employment litigation risk and advise on tribunal strategy where required.
  • Support HR with settlement agreements and exits.
  • Ensure compliance with employment legislation and best practice.
  • Work closely with internal stakeholders to deliver commercially focused legal solutions.
  • Instruct and manage external counsel where necessary.
Essential Skills & Experience:
  • Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales).
  • Strong in-house or private practice employment law background.
  • Proven experience advising on a broad range of employment law matters.
  • Pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with strong stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to operate autonomously and add value from day one.
Apply today for this Employment Solicitor 12M FTC role by sending your CV to sharna.duncan@robertwalters.com.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Contract Type: Temporary

Specialism: Legal

Focus: Commercial Law

Industry: Legal

Salary: £70,000 - £95,000 per annum + dependent upon experience

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Birmingham

Job Reference: 2OYCW1-2D98D594

Date posted: 22 January 2026

Consultant: Sharna Duncan