Employment Solicitor

TN United Kingdom; Ashford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded firm in Kent is seeking an Employment Solicitor to join their dynamic team. This opportunity offers a chance to work within a historic firm known for its expertise in employment law and a diverse range of legal services. You will manage your own caseload, providing advice to both employers and employees on various employment matters. With a commitment to career progression and a supportive work environment, this role is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in their career. Join a team that values excellence and offers a thriving workload, allowing you to shape the future of the department.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Flexible working approach

Meritocracy for career development

Thriving workload

Qualifications

• PQE levels considered for Employment Solicitor or Legal Executive.
• At least 6 months exposure to employment law matters required.

Responsibilities

• Run your own caseload of employment work advising clients.
• Handle both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters.

Skills

Employment Law

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Solicitor Qualification

Legal Executive Qualification

Job description

This well-regarded Legal 500 firm is looking for an Employment Solicitor to join their team in Ashford, Kent. If you're looking for a forward-thinking and progressive firm with accessible career progression pathways, this is an excellent opportunity to consider.

The Firm & Role

• This firm is steeped in history and heavily embedded in the Kent community and across the wider South East area, having been in operation for over 300 years. They are a first choice for many individuals and businesses and have built a solid foundation of generational clients.
• They have a number of Legal 500 and Chambers ranked practices, with an impressive cohort of lawyers who have received recognition as leading individuals and next generation partners.
• In addition to their core practice areas like property, private client, employment, and litigation, they have built a reputation for their expertise in more niche areas like agricultural property, farming, and charities/not-for-profit.
• You will run your own caseload of employment work where you will be advising employers and employee clients on a range of contentious and non-contentious matters.
• The team is known for their expertise, making this an excellent team to consider joining as you will have exposure to the highest quality of employment work available in Kent.

Requirements:

• Employment Solicitor or Legal Executive, all PQE levels considered, as well as NQ's with at least 6 months exposure to employment law matters.
• Excellent communication skills and a team player.
• Proven track record in handling a range of employment law matters.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary package and a flexible approach to working.
• A genuine meritocracy and opportunity to develop.
• Thriving workload with the chance to put your own stamp on the department.