Employment Lawyer (NQ-2yrs PQE)

Chadwick Nott; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in Salisbury is seeking an Employment Lawyer with NQ-2 years PQE. The role involves advising on employment law matters including tribunal work and settlement agreements, within a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will showcase strong communication skills and a proactive legal mindset, contributing to a varied and stimulating caseload.

Qualifications

• NQ to 2 years of PQE in employment law.
• Sharp legal mind with a proactive approach.
• Strong communication and client care skills.
• Detail-oriented and confident working independently.
• Team player with a genuine interest in employment law.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear, practical advice on employment law matters.
• Handle disciplinaries, grievances, and tribunal work.
• Draft and negotiate settlement agreements.
• Support other teams on employment-related issues.

Skills

Proactive approach

Strong communication skills

Client care skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Education

NQ to 2 years' PQE in employment law

Job description

Employment Lawyer (NQ-2yrs PQE)
Location: Salisbury

Ready to kickstart your career in employment law? Join a highly ranked legal team at a Wiltshire heavyweight law firm.

The Role

• We're looking for a newly qualified to 2-year PQE solicitor to handle a varied caseload across sectors like education, charities, estates, and corporates. You'll advise on everything from settlement agreements and HR queries to tribunal claims and internal investigations working closely with clients and colleagues across the firm.

What you'll do

• Provide clear, practical advice on employment law matters
• Handle disciplinaries, grievances, and tribunal work
• Draft and negotiate settlement agreements
• Support other teams on employment-related issues

Why join?

• A close-knit team led by experienced lawyers
• A supportive environment that values growth and balance
• A caseload that keeps things interesting and intellectually rewarding
• A culture that encourages initiative and collaboration

Candidate requirements

• NQ to 2 years' PQE in employment law
• Sharp legal mind with a proactive approach
• Strong communication and client care skills
• Detail-oriented and confident working independently
• A team player with a genuine interest in employment law

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

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 anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.