Employment Solicitor

Page Personnel; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Structured development

Career progression

Competitive salary

Job summary

Page Personnel is seeking an Employment Solicitor in Edinburgh to join a leading Scottish commercial firm. The role involves advising employer clients on a broad range of employment matters, including contentious and non-contentious issues, and supporting on workforce change projects.

The successful applicant will have 2–5 years PQE, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and excellent communication. Hybrid working and clear progression opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 2–5 PQE and strong knowledge of employment law.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and provide client-focused advice.

Responsibilities

• Advise employer clients on a broad range of employment law matters, both contentious and non-contentious.
• Represent clients in Employment Tribunal and Employment Appeal Tribunal proceedings as needed.
• Support businesses through restructures, redundancies, TUPE transfers and workforce change projects.
• Manage a personal caseload while collaborating with senior lawyers on complex matters.
• Deliver training and guidance to clients and work with specialists across immigration, pensions, tax and corporate law.

Skills

Employment law knowledge

Drafting & negotiation

Client-focused

Communication skills

Multi-case management

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

• High-profile employment work for leading Scottish commercial firm
• Accelerate your career in a thriving employment practice

About Our Client

Our client is a highly regarded UK commercial law firm with an outstanding reputation for delivering strategic, commercially focused advice to businesses across a range of sectors. The firm is recognised for its collaborative culture, commitment to professional development and focus on helping employees reach their full potential. It has received industry recognition for its inclusive working environment, investment in people and commitment to diversity, wellbeing and career progression, making it an exceptional place to build a long-term legal career.

Job Description

The Employment Solicitor will be:

• Advising employer clients on a broad range of employment law matters, including both contentious and non-contentious issues.
• Representing clients in Employment Tribunal and Employment Appeal Tribunal proceedings, including advocacy where appropriate.
• Supporting businesses through restructures, collective redundancies, TUPE transfers and wider workforce change projects.
• Managing their own caseload while working alongside senior lawyers on complex, high-value matters.
• Delivering training and guidance to clients while collaborating with specialists across areas including immigration, pensions, tax and corporate law.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Employment Solicitor should have:

• Qualified as a solicitor with between 2 to 5 years PQE
• Strong knowledge of employment law and its practical application.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Experience in advising clients on complex legal matters.
• The ability to manage multiple cases effectively and efficiently.
• A client-focused approach with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

What's on Offer

This is an opportunity to join one of Scotland's most respected commercial law firms, working alongside highly regarded employment specialists on quality, complex work for an impressive client base. The firm is known for providing a supportive and inclusive culture, structured learning and development programmes, hybrid working arrangements and genuine opportunities for progression. Employees benefit from ongoing investment in their professional development, access to high-calibre work and the chance to be part of an employer recognised for its people-first culture and commitment to career growth.Salary: £57,000 - £72,000Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid)Job Type: Permanent