Senior Associate / Principal Associate – Employment | Oxford

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join a top-ranked and growing Employment team in Oxford

This senior role offers the chance to work within a fast-developing office that combines a dynamic, “start-up feel” with the backing of a leading national law firm.

The Opportunity

You will handle a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment work, with a focus on corporate and education clients.

The role includes advising on complex Employment Tribunal matters, supporting key clients, delivering training and legal updates, and contributing to business development across the Oxford market and beyond.

You will also play a key leadership role within the team, supervising junior lawyers and working closely with senior partners to support the continued growth of the practice.

Benefits

• Senior leadership role in a fast-growing Oxford office
• High-quality employment work across corporate and education sectors
• Strong influence within a top-ranked national employment team
• Opportunity to lead, mentor and shape junior talent
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Annual firm-wide bonus linked to performance
• Generous pension and flexible benefits options
• 25 days’ annual leave plus buy/sell scheme
• Enhanced family leave and wellbeing support
• Flexible working and strong commitment to work/life balance

Requirements

• 7+ years’ PQE in employment law
• Strong technical expertise across advisory and contentious matters
• Strong business development and client relationship skills

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior employment lawyer looking to step into a leadership role with high-quality work, real responsibility and a genuinely supportive, collaborative culture.

How to Apply

Please apply for this role online or contact us at Spirehouse for a confidential discussion.

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