Employment Lawyer - 3-5 Years PQE - Exeter

Chadwick Nott; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong benefits package

Excellent career progression opportunities

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Job summary

A leading regional law firm in Exeter is seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer with 3-5 years of post qualification experience. The role offers significant responsibilities including managing a varied caseload, maintaining client relationships, and actively growing the employment practice. Applicants should have strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to business development. This is a permanent, full-time role with a competitive salary and hybrid working available after probation.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing matters independently.
• Experience growing a practice through proactive business development.
• Willingness to learn additional areas of litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of employment matters.
• Take ownership of client relationships and provide high quality advice.
• Grow the employment practice through business development.

Skills

3-5 years' post qualification experience in employment law

Strong technical knowledge

Excellent communication and relationship building skills

Proactive approach to business development

Education

Qualification as a Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer

Job description

Employment Lawyer – 3‑5 Years PQE – Exeter

Location: Exeter (Hybrid after probation)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (Part time considered)
Salary: £45,000 to £60,000 (depending on experience)

A well established and expanding regional law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer to join its growing Litigation Department in Exeter. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a developing practice area within a supportive, friendly, and award‑winning firm that has seen significant growth in recent years>

The Role

• Managing a varied caseload of employment matters
• Taking ownership of client relationships and delivering high quality advice
• Growing the employment practice through proactive business development
• Leading on marketing initiatives and generating new sources of work
• Working closely with colleagues across the Litigation Department
• Spending at least three days per week in the Exeter office (hybrid working available after probation)
• Travelling to other offices for client meetings and marketing events when required
• Contributing to the firm's strategic growth and development plans

Candidate Requirements

• 3‑5 years' post qualification experience in employment law
• Qualification as a Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer with full practising rights
• Strong technical knowledge and the ability to manage matters independently
• A proactive approach to business development and client generation
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Willingness to learn additional areas of litigation (for candidates with higher PQE)
• A track record of client following or BD success (advantageous)
• Drive, initiative, and enthusiasm to grow a developing practice area

Benefits

• Strong benefits package
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Hybrid working after probation
• Supportive, friendly, and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to join a rapidly expanding firm with a strong reputation
• A positive culture with a genuine "feel good factor"
• Recent accolades including:

How to Apply

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

Olivia Reed
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

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, disability, culture or any 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.