Employment Law Partner

Birmingham – £140,000 - £180,000

A Top 100 National Law Firm is making a bold move into Birmingham—and this is your chance to be part of something genuinely exciting from the very beginning.

This firm has a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality legal services across the UK, particularly in the public and education sectors. As they open their brand-new office in the heart of Birmingham, they’re now seeking a senior Employment Partner to lead and grow their offering locally.

The Role:
This is a strategic senior appointment for someone looking to be at the forefront of a growth project. You will play a pivotal role in establishing and developing the Employment Law function in Birmingham, with a focus on respondent work, particularly within the public and third sectors—education, healthcare, local government, and housing among them.

You'll be backed by a highly regarded national Employment team with a strong reputation in the sector, and you’ll work closely with key partners across the wider national business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading on complex respondent-side employment matters, particularly for public sector clients
• Supporting wider teams with employment law input on corporate and commercial projects
• Building and managing a local team over time
• Driving business development in the West Midlands, both with existing contacts and through your own network

About You:
This role would suit a well-established Employment Partner with:

• A solid background in respondent employment work
• A portable client following and/or a strong business development track record
• The ambition to help shape and lead a growing team in a new regional office
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills

Why Apply?

• Genuine Growth Opportunity: Be a key part of building a new Birmingham office from the ground up
• Strong Sector Reputation: Join a firm with an enviable reputation in the public sector and education markets
• National Backing, Local Autonomy: You'll be supported by a large, well-resourced firm but given real freedom to shape your team.
• Leadership & Equity Potential: Clear route for those seeking equity or senior strategic influence within a firm

Next Steps:
If you’re excited by the prospect of playing a central role in an ambitious expansion project—and you're ready to bring your experience and network to a fresh, energising environment—please get in touch for a confidential conversation. 

To find out more, apply below, or alternatively drop me an email with your CV attached to ben@douglas-scott.co.uk or give me a call on 07451 271468.