Sumer is a fast-growing professional services firm dedicated to championing small and medium businesses and helping communities prosper across the UK and Ireland.
Sitting at the juncture of our central team, our accountancy hubs, and our clients is the rare opportunity to help build Sumer Law—a client-facing private practice within the Sumer Group. We are gaining a significant competitive advantage as we acquire accountancy practices across the UK, addressing the legal needs of our SME clients.
At Sumer Law, we understand the unique legal needs of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the UK. With our commitment to innovation and client-focused service, Sumer Law offers you the chance to advance your career and shape the future of legal services for SMEs across the UK.
The Role
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
About You
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.
Skills and experience:
- 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.
Your Entrepreneurial Spirit
We are looking for individuals who:
- 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.
Belong @ Sumer
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 prioritize 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.
