Employment NQ Solicitor

QED Legal LLP; Jarrow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional law firm is seeking an Employment Solicitor (NQ - 3 PQE) to join their Colchester office. The role involves managing a diverse caseload covering contentious and non-contentious employment matters. The firm offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and strong career progression opportunities, making it an excellent environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous bonus scheme

Hybrid working

Private healthcare

Enhanced maternity leave

Cycle-to-work scheme

Long-term progression opportunities

Qualifications

• NQ to 3 years PQE in Employment Law.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload of employment matters.
• Strong communication skills for client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse employment law caseload.
• Advise clients on employee relations and legal compliance.
• Defend complex employment tribunal claims.

Skills

Contentious and non-contentious employment matters

Employee relations

Discrimination law

Contracts of employment

TUPE

Employment tribunal claims

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Overview

Employment Solicitor (NQ - 3 PQE) – Colchester, Essex – £45,000–£55,000

QED Legal is working with a highly regarded regional firm seeking an Employment Solicitor to join their Colchester office. This opportunity is ideal for a Newly Qualified Solicitor or those with up to 3 years’ PQE looking to develop their career within a supportive, structured, and ambitious employment team.

The Role

You will manage a varied caseload covering both contentious and non-contentious employment matters. Work will include advising on employee relations, discrimination, contracts of employment, TUPE, and defending complex employment tribunal claims. Clients span multiple sectors including finance, recruitment, energy, education, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing.

The Firm

This firm has an excellent reputation in Essex and beyond, offering a collaborative culture and clear career progression pathways. The employment team is well-established and continues to grow, making this an excellent environment for solicitors keen to develop their skills and expertise.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £45,000–£55,000
• Generous bonus scheme
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Long-term progression opportunities within a highly regarded team
• Strong retention and staff satisfaction rates

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Employment Solicitor to join a leading regional practice with genuine long-term prospects.

If you believe you match the requirements to this role, or know someone who does, then get in touch with our Senior Legal Consultant Leah Roberts.

Email: [e-mail]
Mobile: [phone]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaharoberts/

Or by applying to this vacancy.

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