Employment Solicitor

Simpson Judge; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking a qualified legal professional to join their growing employment team. Responsibilities include handling Employment Tribunal claims, providing legal advice, and supporting the team with documentation. Ideal candidates will have experience in employment law and the ability to manage their own caseload. This role offers excellent benefits, including a matched pension scheme and clear career progression.

Benefits

Matched company pension scheme

Private health support

Clear career progression

Excellent annual leave entitlement

Professional membership fees covered

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FCILEx.
• Prior experience running your own caseload.
• Experience in employment law.

Responsibilities

• Running a case load of Employment Tribunal claims.
• Complying with insurer service level agreements.
• Supporting the employment team with non-contentious work.
• Participating in marketing initiatives.

Skills

Experience in employment law

Ability to run a caseload

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FCILEx

Job description

Overview

Join a busy and expanding Legal 500 employment team at a national firm. The team advises major employers across a range of sectors and is growing due to sustained client demand.

Responsibilities

• Running a case load of Employment Tribunal claims, including drafting pleadings, drafting witness statements, negotiating settlements and advising on settlement agreements, and instructing counsel or advocates as necessary.
• Complying with insurer service level agreements.
• Supporting the employment team with non-contentious work, including provision of contractual documentation, handbooks and other employment documentation, together with provision of reactive and proactive employment advice to commercial clients.
• Participating in marketing initiatives, including writing updates on employment law and providing training sessions to clients.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FCILEx
• Experience in employment law
• Prior experience running your own caseload

Benefits

• Matched company pension scheme
• Private health support
• Clear career progression
• Excellent annual leave entitlement and company sick pay
• Professional membership fees covered
• Life insurance and additional employee discounts

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply today or get in touch on the contact details below.

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