Employment Professional Support Lawyer
Employment Professional Support Lawyer – reading
A leading law firm in Reading is seeking an Employment Professional Support Lawyer (PSL)/Knowledge Lawyer to join its established Employment team in Reading on a part-time (3 days per week) basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Employment Solicitor (4+ PQE) looking to transition into a non-fee earning, knowledge-focused role , or for an experienced PSL seeking greater flexibility.
You will play a central role in shaping the team’s legal knowledge, training strategy and technical excellence , working closely with partners and fee earners.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and interpret UK employment law developments , including case law and legislation
- Deliver training programmes, workshops and legal updates to Solicitors and Trainees
- Draft and maintain precedents, templates and know-how resources
- Provide technical support on complex employment law queries
- Produce client-facing insights, articles and thought leadership content
- Support business development and pitch materials with technical input
- Drive consistency and best practice across the Employment team
About You
- Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with strong employment law experience
- Ideally 4+ PQE (flexible depending on background)
- Experience as a Professional Support Lawyer/Knowledge Lawyer OR a strong interest in moving into a PSL role
- Excellent drafting, training and communication skills
- Strong technical knowledge of employment law, HR advisory work and tribunal processes
- Commercial awareness and ability to translate legal developments into practical guidance
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary aligned with market data £50k–£55k
- Part-time salary pro-rated (3 days per week)
- Hybrid working and flexible hours
- Private healthcare, pension and bonus scheme (where applicable)
- Clear career pathway within knowledge, training and innovation
Why Apply?
- Move away from fee earning into a strategic, advisory role
- Join a collaborative Employment team with strong technical expertise
- Flexible working suited to work-life balance or portfolio careers
- Opportunity to shape training, legal innovation and knowledge strategy
Apply Now
If you are an Employment Solicitor or PSL/Knowledge Lawyer looking for a flexible, intellectually engaging role in Reading, we would love to hear from you.
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