Employment Solicitor

Simpson Judge Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm in Bristol is seeking an experienced Solicitor to join their expanding employment team. You will handle Employment Tribunal claims, provide client advice, and support the team with non-contentious work. The ideal candidate will be qualified and have a proven track record in employment law. Benefits include a matched pension scheme, private health support, and professional membership fees covered.

Benefits

Matched company pension scheme

Private health support

Clear career progression

Excellent annual leave entitlement

Professional membership fees covered

Life insurance and discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or FCILEx.
• Experience in employment law, particularly with tribunal claims.
• Prior experience running your own caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage Employment Tribunal claims and drafting requisite documents.
• Comply with service level agreements from insurers.
• Support in provision of contractual and employment documentation.

Skills

Experience in employment law

Client advice and negotiation

Drafting legal documents

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FCILEx

Job description

Overview

Join a busy and expanding Legal 500 employment team at a national firm. The team advises major employers across a range of sectors and is growing due to sustained client demand.

Responsibilities

• Running a case load of Employment Tribunal claims, including drafting pleadings, drafting witness statements, negotiating settlements and advising on settlement agreements, and instructing counsel or advocates as necessary.
• Complying with insurer service level agreements.
• Supporting the employment team with non-contentious work, including provision of contractual documentation, handbooks and other employment documentation, together with provision of reactive and proactive employment advice to commercial clients.
• Participating in marketing initiatives, including writing updates on employment law and providing training sessions to clients.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FCILEx
• Experience in employment law
• Prior experience running your own caseload

Benefits

• Matched company pension scheme
• Private health support
• Clear career progression
• Excellent annual leave entitlement and company sick pay
• Professional membership fees covered
• Life insurance and additional employee discounts

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply today or get in touch on the contact details below.

E: Samanta.rimicane@ simpsonjudge.co.uk

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