Associate Employment Solicitor | London| Primarily remote, with occasional days in the office i[...]

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; Remote; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Associate Employment Solicitor to join a progressive, award-winning firm offering primarily remote work with occasional days in London. Ideal candidates will have at least 6PQE in UK Employment Law and experience in contentious employment cases. This position offers a competitive salary of £75-£85k plus incentives and supports a focus on quality work without the stress of client acquisition.

Benefits

Flexible remote working

Top-tier City firm employment

Support staff provided

Qualifications

• Strong experience in contentious employment law including quality respondent and claimant work.
• Experience in a London or strong regional firm is essential.
• Ability to handle complex disputes from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Inherit a full caseload from day one without having to build clients.
• Meet with clients to build strong relationships.
• Focus on quality legal work with support staff in place.

Skills

Contentious employment law experience

Client communication skills

Confidence in running tribunal matters

Collaborative mindset

Education

Minimum 6PQE in UK Employment Law

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Associate Employment Solicitor | London| Primarily remote, with occasional days in the office in London |Top 50 city firm |£75-£85k + incentives, plymouth

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Client:

LR Legal Recruitment

Location:

plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

26.08.2025

Expiry Date:

10.10.2025

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Job Description:

Associate Employment Solicitor | London| Primarily remote, with occasional days in the office in London |Top 50 city firm |£75-£85k + incentives

Step into a thriving employment practice where the work is varied, complex, and rewarding. This new role has been created due to significant success and growth in the team, and you will inherit a full and quality caseload from day one. There is no expectation to build your own clients as the division is extremely busy however you will be encouraged to meet with clients and build strong relationships.

Why this opportunity stands out:

• Join a top-tier City firm, recognised among the best places to work in the profession.
• Consistently ranked in the top percentile for employee satisfaction.
• Lawyers are highly ranked in Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500
• Fully remote working (occasional days in London office)
• Modern, tech-driven systems that cut out unnecessary admin and streamline workflows quickly and efficiently.
• Support staff in place so you can focus on quality legal work

You will need:

• A minimum of 6PQE ++ (UK Employment Law) with strong experience in contentious employment law, with a mix of quality respondent (corporates) and claimant work.
• Expereince gained in a London or strong regional firm essential
• Confidence in running tribunal matters and complex disputes from start to finish.
• Excellent client communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships.
• A collaborative mindset, with the independence to work remotely with precision.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a progressive, award-winning firm that continues to grow and attract top-quality work. If you are interested in a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact me as follows:

Jo Cokayne at [emailprotected] | 0208 078 9236 (office hours) | 07925104795 (out of office hours).

LR Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency with a reputation based on trust and integrity.

We will always ask your permission before sending your CV to any of our clients.

LR Legal Recruitment is operating as an Employment Agency in respect of this vacancy.