Employment Solicitor

Ideal Personnel and Recruitment Solutions; Leicester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Solicitor with 0-2 PQE to join their Employment Team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a driven individual to advance their career while building strong client relationships. You will be responsible for managing client cases from start to finish, advising on legal matters, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The firm values teamwork and provides a supportive environment for professional growth. If you are enthusiastic about law and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle straightforward legal transactions with minimal supervision.
• Identifies and applies relevant legal principles effectively.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients and manage their legal matters ensuring high service levels.
• Prepare and review legal documents while ensuring compliance.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Legal Document Preparation

Compliance Knowledge

Judgment and Decision Making

Education

Law Degree

Solicitor Qualification

Job description

Job Description

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor 0-2 PQE to join their Employment Team. This is a great opportunity for someone who has the drive and enthusiasm to further their career, build strong client relationships, and help to grow the team.

Some of your duties will include:

1. Advise and assist clients in relation to their matters, ensuring a high level of client service is maintained at all times and that the client’s aims are met (subject to professional and regulatory requirements).
2. Manage all aspects of the client relationship, from engagement to billing and chasing payment.
3. Prepare and review legal documents.
4. Ensure compliance with all file management processes, including those related to file audits.
5. Work as a team with colleagues in promoting the interests of Howes Percival and in undertaking their role.
6. Comply with all legislative and regulatory requirements.
7. Update and consult with Senior Associates and Partners.
8. Manage client cases from start to finish.

Requirements:

1. Ability to deal with straightforward transactions, including unfamiliar tasks which present a range of problems.
2. Acceptable standard achieved routinely.
3. Uses own judgement but may need supervision at differing levels of transaction.
4. Identifies the legal principles relevant to the area of practice and applies them appropriately.
5. Uses experience to check the information provided.

Due to the large number of responses we receive, it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application.