Employment Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected legal recruitment agency in Scotland seeks an NQ Solicitor to join a well-regarded Employment department. This role offers exposure to contentious employment matters and general dispute resolution, fostering collaboration and growth. Candidates should have a passion for Employment Law, strong interpersonal skills, and a desire for professional development. A hybrid working model is available after initial establishment in the role.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and mentoring

Tailored career development

Hybrid working model after establishment

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in Employment Law and Dispute Resolution.
• Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with clients.
• Confidence in managing own caseload under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Join a well-regarded Employment department handling various disputes.
• Work closely with specialists to deliver advice to clients.
• Engage in varied and meaningful work supporting different stakeholders.

Skills

Interest in Employment Law

Interpersonal skills

Commercial awareness

Adaptability

Education

NQ to 2 PQE Solicitor qualification

Job description

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There is a rare opportunity for an NQ Solicitor to join a well-respected Employment department, handling a broad range of contentious matters.

Develop your career within a supportive, client-focused firm known for its high-profile clients and complex employment work.

You'll gain hands-on experience across employment and general litigation matters, working closely with experts in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an NQ-2 Solicitor to join a well-regarded Employment department.

The role offers broad exposure to both contentious employment matters and a wide variety of general dispute resolution work, including property disputes, contentious trusts and executries, professional negligence, commercial and contract issues, partnership matters and agricultural or wildlife disputes.

You'll work closely with specialists across the firm to deliver advice to clients. A collaborative, client-focused approach is key and the role offers scope for strong early responsibility and ongoing development.

Your Experience

• You will be an NQ to 2 PQE Solicitor with a genuine interest in Employment Law and Dispute Resolution.
• Be comfortable working directly with clients and delivering sensitive, tailored advice.
• Possess a high degree of discretion and professionalism, particularly when dealing with personal and financial matters.
• Be confident managing your own caseload under supervision and operating in a collaborative team environment.
• Have strong interpersonal skills, commercial awareness and the ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with clients.
• Be proactive, adaptable and keen to grow their expertise within a supportive, high-quality practice.
• Join a close-knit and highly respected team with offices across the UK.
• Receive comprehensive training, mentoring and ongoing development in a firm that prioritises long-term career growth.
• Engage in varied and meaningful work supporting individuals, entrepreneurs, landowners, trustees and charities.
• Benefit from a hybrid working model once sufficiently established in the role.
• Be part of a culture that genuinely values people and invests in their personal and professional development.