Employment Solicitor

Simpson Judge Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm is looking for an Employment Solicitor (NQ+) to join its team in Coventry. This role involves advising clients on employment law matters, managing Employment Tribunal claims, and drafting employment contracts. The firm offers competitive compensation, professional development, and a supportive work environment, making it an ideal opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor to advance their career. Candidates must be qualified in England and Wales and have a strong commitment to employment law.

Benefits

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience

Supportive and collaborative team culture

Clear opportunities for career development

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with solid grounding in employment law.
• Strong drafting and communication skills essential for the role.
• Enthusiastic and committed to career development in employment law.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a wide range of employment law matters.
• Manage contentious employment matters, including tribunal claims.
• Draft and advise on contracts, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Strong drafting and communication skills

Ability to manage a varied caseload

Commercial, pragmatic, client-focused approach

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Enthusiastic and committed to developing a career in employment law

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (NQ+)

Job description

Role: Employment Solicitor (NQ+)

Location: Coventry

Salary: DOE

The Firm

A well‑established, full‑service law firm based in Birmingham with a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality, practical legal advice to businesses and individuals. The firm is known for its collegiate culture, technical excellence, and long‑standing client relationships across a range of sectors.

The Role

The firm is seeking an Employment Solicitor (NQ+) to join its Employment team. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or junior solicitor to develop their career within a supportive and experienced team, handling a broad mix of contentious and non‑contentious employment matters.

The role offers high‑quality work, early responsibility, and direct client contact, with clear opportunities for development and progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising employers and employees on a wide range of employment law matters
• Managing contentious employment matters, including Employment Tribunal claims
• Advising on disciplinary, grievance, and performance management issues
• Drafting and advising on contracts of employment, policies, and procedures
• Advising on dismissals, redundancy processes, and restructures
• Advising on and negotiating settlement agreements
• Supporting senior team members on complex and strategic matters
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (NQ+)
• Solid grounding in employment law gained during training or post‑qualification
• Strong drafting and communication skills
• Ability to manage a varied caseload with appropriate supervision
• Commercial, pragmatic, and client‑focused approach
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Enthusiastic and committed to developing a career in employment law

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• High‑quality work and early responsibility
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Free car parking

If this is of interest, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.