Employment Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Canterbury is seeking an Employment Solicitor to advise on employment law matters and handle disputes. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year PQE and strong attention to detail. This role offers a competitive salary package and the chance to work with distinguished legal professionals in an impactful environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Comprehensive benefits

Exposure to high-profile employment law matters

Qualifications

• Qualified Employment Solicitor or Legal Executive.
• Minimum 1 year PQE in employment law.
• Strong attention to detail and commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Advise on employment law matters for employers and employees.
• Handle employment disputes and litigation.
• Provide strategic counsel on HR policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Commercial acumen

Business development

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Employment Solicitor or Legal Executive (minimum 1 year PQE)

Job description

Employment Solicitor

Employment Solicitor / Legal Executive | Canterbury, Kent

Full time or Part time

Due to continued growth across the employment department, the firm are seeking a career minded Employment Solicitor or Legal Executive to contribute to their renowned legal practice.

The Firm

With over 300 years of history, this firm is deeply rooted in the local Kent community and the wider South East region. They are the preferred choice for individuals and businesses alike, with a strong base of generational clients.

They boast multiple Legal 500 and Chambers ranked practices, led by a cohort of distinguished lawyers recognised as leading individuals and next generation partners.

In addition to core areas like property, private client, employment, and litigation, they are known for our expertise in niche areas such as agricultural property, farming, and charities / not-for-profit.

The Role

As an Employment Lawyer within the team, you will collaborate with a highly respected group of legal professionals representing major employers and corporate entities.

Responsibilities

• Advising on employment law matters for both employer and employee.
• Handling employment disputes and litigation.
• Providing strategic counsel on HR policies and procedures.
• Conducting negotiations and settlement agreements.
• Supporting clients with employment-related legal issues.

Requirements

• Qualified Employment Solicitor or Legal Executive (minimum 1 year PQE).
• Strong attention to detail and commercial acumen.
• Ability to undertake business development and marketing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

On Offer

• Competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits.
• Exposure to high-profile and impactful employment law matters.
• Opportunity to collaborate with leading professionals and next generation partners.