Lawyer - Part Time

Overview

Knowledge Lawyer - Employment - Exeter - Part Time (3-4 Days).

Location:

Exeter. Type of Role:
Part Time, Permanent. Salary: £60,000 to £75,000 FTE (dependent on experience).

A highly respected regional law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Knowledge Lawyer to join its established Employment team in Exeter. This is a part time opportunity (3-4 days per week) to play a pivotal role in supporting a top ranked department known for delivering pragmatic, commercially focused employment advice across the public and private sectors.

The Employment team advises businesses, public sector bodies and senior executives on the full spectrum of employment law, including:

• Contracts, policies and HR documentation
• Workplace disputes and disciplinary matters
• Discrimination
• TUPE
• Redundancy
• Complex employment litigation

In this non-fee earning role, you will ensure the team remains fully up to date with legal developments, market trends and best practice. Your responsibilities will include:

• Producing and maintaining internal guidance notes, protocols, precedents and templates
• Delivering regular legal updates and training sessions
• Monitoring legislative and case law developments
• Supporting fee earners with technical queries
• Working closely with the wider Knowledge Management team

Your work will directly enhance the team's ability to deliver technically excellent, commercially sound advice to clients.

This role is suited to a qualified Employment lawyer with:

• 6+ years' PQE (flexible for strong candidates)
• Strong technical expertise across employment law
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive, organised and detail focused approach
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to build strong working relationships across all levels
• Confidence delivering training and influencing internal stakeholders

You will be known for your positive, solutions focused attitude and your ability to translate complex legal developments into clear, practical guidance.

The firm is committed to creating a supportive, inclusive and forward thinking workplace. Its culture is shaped by values centred on openness, teamwork, continuous improvement and making a positive difference.

• A healthy work life balance
• A collaborative and friendly team environment
• Opportunities to contribute to innovation and knowledge sharing initiatives
• A strong focus on wellbeing and professional development

Career Development The firm offers:

• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A supportive Knowledge Management function
• A culture that encourages growth, curiosity and continuous learning
• Opportunities to shape internal processes and knowledge strategy

The firm provides a comprehensive benefits package and encourages all colleagues to participate in its Responsible Business programme, including:

• Charity and community initiatives
• Environmental projects
• Employee led diversity and inclusion groups

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

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The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

Note:

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.