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. #INDCATS