Employment Solicitor

Sellick Partnership Limited - Private Practice; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded law firm in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to advise on both contentious and non-contentious employment matters. The ideal candidate will provide pragmatic legal advice and support clients in Employment Tribunal proceedings. This role offers a collaborative team environment, career development opportunities, and flexible working practices. Applicants should possess strong technical knowledge of employment law and excellent client-management skills.

Benefits

High-quality employment law work

Supportive collaborative team environment

Career development opportunities

Flexible working practices

Qualifications

• Solid experience in employment law required.
• Confident in handling both advisory and contentious matters.
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach to client issues.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a range of employment matters including unfair dismissal and discrimination.
• Work closely with clients providing clear, pragmatic legal advice.
• Represent clients in Employment Tribunal proceedings when necessary.

Skills

Advisory and contentious matters handling

Strong technical knowledge of employment legislation

Excellent communication skills

Client-management skills

Commercial and proactive approach

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join a well-established and highly regarded firm based in Cambridge. You'll advise on a broad range of employment matters, covering both contentious and non-contentious work, including unfair dismissal, discrimination claims, TUPE, restructurings, employment contracts, policies, and day-to-day HR advisory support. The role offers a strong balance of autonomy and collaboration within a supportive employment team. You'll work closely with a diverse client base, providing clear, pragmatic advice and representing clients in Employment Tribunal proceedings where required. There is also scope to contribute to business development and play a role in the continued growth of the firm's employment practice in the Cambridge market.

About you:

• Qualified solicitor with solid experience in employment law
• Confident handling both advisory and contentious matters
• Strong technical knowledge of employment legislation and case law
• Excellent communication and client-management skills
• Commercial, proactive, and solutions-focused approach

What's on offer:

• High-quality employment law work within a respected Cambridge firm
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Flexible and modern working practices

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please get in touch.

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