Employment Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious employment law firm is seeking an experienced employment solicitor for its Sheffield office with flexible remote working options. The role involves providing comprehensive legal advice, conducting litigation, and engaging in client relations while promoting a collaborative team atmosphere. Join a firm known for its seamless service across various sectors and enjoy a supportive and progressive working environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Collaborative team atmosphere

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in employment law with both claimant and respondent clients.
• Ability to offer practical solutions and effective communication.
• Willingness to deliver training and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely advice on employment law and employee relations.
• Conduct end-to-end employment litigation in tribunals.
• Draft and review employment contracts and related documents.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Teamwork

Job description

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Hybrid / Remote working - Sheffield - Min 1 day per month in office

Bhayani Law is a niche employment law firm specialising in all aspects of HR and employment law. Having been established for 10 years, the firm has recently been acquired by Make UK, allowing for exciting plans for growth and progression.

https://www.makeuk.org/

We are looking to recruit an experienced employment solicitor to join our team based in the Sheffield office with remote working where preferred. The firm delivers specialist and holistic HR and legal services to individuals, businesses and charities across the country and to a variety of industry sectors.

You will be utilising your experience providing support to clients on matters from end to end including employment tribunal representation. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with autonomy and flexibility within a forward-thinking firm with a solid reputation as a specialist in the industry, offering seamless HR and legal services.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive and timely advice and assistance to clients on all matters pertaining to employment law and employee relations either in person, telephone or in writing
• Conducting employment litigation in the Employment Tribunal end to end
• Drafting/reviewing contracts of employment, policies, procedures and other employment related documents
• Preparing and presenting seminars and training on employment law and employee relations issues

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in an employment law position, ideally working with both claimant and respondent clients
• Keen to offer practical and cost-effective solutions to meet our clients’ needs
• An excellent communicator able to tailor their style accordingly to suit people from different cultures and backgrounds
• Willing to deliver presentations and training, although training will be provided
• Possess excellent communication skills to influence and negotiate
• Have a flexible and pragmatic attitude
• Work collaboratively and flexibly with peers
• Personable and able to build relationships

We offer a flexible way of working and a friendly, collaborative team atmosphere. Join a trusted brand, with a ready-made client base and enjoy a progressive, innovative and supportive way of delivering legal services.

Due to volume of applications, if you do not hear back within 5 working days please assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.