Jobs in Crawley, United Kingdom

Department: Law

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Remote

Reporting To: James Kearns

This is not just a legal role—it’s an opportunity to contribute to the growth of a cutting-edge legal practice focused on the SME market. As a Senior Employment Solicitor, you’ll play a pivotal role in guiding business leaders and founders through the complexities of employment law, while also driving business development and expanding the firm’s client base. You will collaborate with our accountancy hubs and senior leadership, helping to cement Sumer Law’s position as a trusted partner for owner-managed businesses across the UK.

You will provide expert employment law advice in the following areas:

• Director, employment and consultancy agreements
• Staff handbooks
• Offer letters
• Post-termination restrictions
• Workplace disputes
• Advice on TUPE matters
• ACAS negotiations

We’re looking for an entrepreneurial leader with a passion for client engagement, eager to help build a thriving legal practice from the ground up.

• Be a seasoned professional: A qualified employment solicitor with proven expertise in advising SMEs across a range of industries.
• Possess business acumen: Have experience in growing a client base, developing new revenue streams, and driving innovation in legal services.
• Have a consultative approach: Be adept at offering tailored, strategic advice to business owners and key stakeholders.
• Lead with vision: Be proactive in identifying opportunities for business growth, both within the firm and through client relationships.
• Organised: Strong organisational skills with the ability to efficiently manage multiple clients and matters simultaneously.

• See opportunity in growth: You are excited by the prospect of expanding a new business and enjoy working in an environment where your entrepreneurial drive is valued.
• Are commercially minded: You understand the challenges SMEs face and are passionate about delivering practical, business-focused legal solutions.
• Thrive in a collaborative environment: You excel at building relationships, both with clients and within a multi-disciplinary team.

At Sumer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment, not just as buzzwords, but as the heartbeat of our team. Our recruitment practices reflect this commitment, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. We prioritise creating an environment where every candidate feels respected and supported throughout the hiring process.

Everyone is unique and we understand that each individual may have distinct needs to showcase their best selves during interviews. Our commitment is to offer personalized support for all candidates. Let our team know how we can bring out your fullest potential.

We have a strong set of values that define who we are and everything we do:

• TRUST: We trust each other to do the right thing. Always.
• PRIDE: We are proud of our work and the difference it makes in our communities.
• TOGETHER: We are inclusive, co-creators of our journey. We have fun.
• FORWARD: We are opportunists who are brave in the face of change.