Overview
We are partnering with a well-regarded law practice seeking a talented Employment Solicitor to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer with 1–2 years’ PQE to develop a broad and stimulating caseload across both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters. The successful candidate will work with a range of clients, providing strategic and commercially sound advice across a variety of employment-related issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment matters.

• Advise on disciplinary, grievance, and sickness absence procedures.

• Provide TUPE advice and assist with drafting and reviewing documentation.

• Handle Employment Tribunal litigation, including advocacy where appropriate.

• Draft and negotiate Settlement Agreements on behalf of employers and employees.

• Advise on industrial relations and matters relating to strike action.

• Support clients through restructures, redundancies, and due diligence on projects with a people-related focus.

• Deliver client training sessions and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.

• Support partners on complex and high-profile matters.

• Contribute to business development initiatives and help strengthen client relationships.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 1–2 years’ PQE in Employment Law.

• Demonstrates strong technical ability and a solid understanding of employment legislation.

• Commercially minded with the ability to deliver pragmatic and solution-focused advice.

• Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.

• Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple matters efficiently.

• A collaborative team player with resilience and a professional approach to client service.

This role offers the chance to work alongside experienced practitioners in a supportive and dynamic environment, with genuine scope for professional development and progression.