Employment Solicitor

BCL Legal; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national law firm in Nottingham is looking for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join their collaborative team. This full-time position offers flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to work on high-quality, complex employment matters. Ideal candidates will have 4-8 years' PQE in employment law and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus and benefits package

Strong partner support and mentorship

Qualifications

• Solid background in employment law.
• Experience at a reputable regional or national law firm.
• Genuine interest in client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advise on HR issues, TUPE, restructures, and redundancies.
• Handle Employment Tribunal litigation and advocacy.
• Support corporate transactions with employment advice.

Skills

Contentious and advisory matters

Excellent communication skills

Commercial, solutions-led approach

Education

4-8 years' PQE in employment law

Job description

Employment Solicitor | 4-8 PQE | National Firm | Nottingham

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join a top-tier national law firm in their Nottingham office. This role is offered on a full-time, permanent basis with excellent hybrid working arrangements.

The Opportunity
This is a key role within a nationally recognised employment team, offering the chance to work on high-quality, complex matters for a wide-ranging client base, including major corporates, public sector bodies, and high-growth SMEs.

You'll be working alongside approachable and highly experienced partners in a team that is genuinely collaborative, well-resourced, and committed to your development. The work will include a mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters such as:
· Advising on internal HR issues, TUPE, restructures, and redundancies
· Employment Tribunal litigation and advocacy
· Employment support on corporate transactions
· Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, handbooks, and settlement agreements
· Business development and client training

Candidate Profile
· 4-8 years' PQE with a solid background in employment law
· Experience in both contentious and advisory matters
· A commercial, solutions-led approach with excellent communication skills
· A genuine interest in working closely with clients and building relationships
· Experience gained at a reputable regional or national firm

Why Join?
· Join a team consistently ranked in the Legal 500 and Chambers
· Work for a firm that values work/life balance and offers excellent flexibility
· National platform with the support and resources to progress your career
· Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package
· Positive, friendly culture with strong partner support and mentorship

Apply Now
If you're an ambitious employment lawyer looking for a high-quality role in a supportive and forward-thinking national firm, this is a superb opportunity. For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Lauren Evans at BCL Legal.