Employment Solicitor

eNL; London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding opportunity awaits an ambitious Lawyer to join the expanding practice of a UK top 50 Law firm, renowned for its successful Employment team. This role involves a diverse range of employment law matters, from drafting contracts to advising on complex cases. You'll collaborate with a dynamic team, delivering high-quality legal services to clients across various sectors. With a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including hybrid working and enhanced leave, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Generous company pension scheme

30 days of holiday plus Bank Holidays

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in Employment Law with 3+ years PQE.
• Proactive interest in business development and networking.

Responsibilities

• Drafting employment contracts, handbooks, and service agreements.
• Advising on wrongful dismissal, discrimination, and Tribunal litigation.

Skills

Employment Law

Tribunal and litigation matters

Business development

Client advisory

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Employment Solicitor, 3 + PQE, London, Salary up to £75–85,000 (DOE) – Outstanding opportunity to join the growing Employment team of this UK Top 50 Law firm. For more information or to apply for this role contact Gemma Jones on 020 7183 8586. JOB REF: 215299647

TITLE: Employment Solicitor
PQE: 3+
LOCATION: London
SALARY: £75-85K (DOE)

THE ROLE:
This well regarded firm are seeking a Lawyer to join their growing Employment team to assist with a broad spectrum of general employment matters. The role includes drafting employment contracts, staff handbooks, and service agreements, as well as preparing and reviewing employment policies related to performance management, discrimination, sickness absence, maternity and parental leave, and disciplinary procedures. You will also play a key role in advising on wrongful and unfair dismissal cases, discrimination matters, Employment Tribunal litigation, redundancy and restructuring, and TUPE. In addition, you will advise senior executives on arrivals, exits, and complex remuneration, support businesses with international placements, and assist with the associated employment elements of corporate transactions.

THE CANDIDATE:
Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors with at least 3 years’ PQE gained at a reputable regional or city firm / specialist practice. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise in Employment Law, particularly in Tribunal and litigation matters, and consistently deliver high-quality work. A proactive interest in business development and networking is essential, along with a commercial, solutions-focused mindset and the ability to tailor advice to meet the practical needs of clients.

THE FIRM:
This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious Lawyer to join the expanding practice of this UK top 50 Law firm, renowned for its highly successful Employment team recognised in Chambers and Legal 500. You will work with a dynamic and collaborative team, advising clients across both public and private sectors on a broad spectrum of employment law matters.

BENEFITS:
A competitive benefits package is available, including hybrid working, a competitive salary based on experience, a generous company pension scheme, 30 days of holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays, private healthcare, life assurance, and enhanced maternity and paternity leave.

TO APPLY:
Contact Gemma Jones on 020 7183 8586 or email [e-mail] with your CV.

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