Employment Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established multi-service law firm is seeking an ambitious Employment Solicitor for its Luton office. This role offers an opportunity to provide comprehensive employment law advice, negotiate settlements, and develop client relationships in a supportive environment focused on professional growth.

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years PQE in employment law.
• Experience in contentious and non-contentious employment law matters.
• Experience in TUPE and business transactions is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day employment advice to employers and employees.
• Negotiate settlement agreements and represent clients in tribunals.
• Advise on corporate matters including TUPE and employment aspects of transactions.

Skills

Negotiation

Advocacy

Networking

Commercial Acumen

Education

Qualified Employment Solicitor

Job description

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This well-established multi-service law firm, with offices in Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, is offering an exciting opportunity for an Employment Solicitor with a minimum of 3+ years PQE to join its highly regarded Employment team in Luton.
The firm is renowned for its exceptional legal advice and client service, providing legal solutions to a diverse range of clients, including business owners, FTSE 350 companies, public and private sector organisations, charities, and high-net-worth individuals. Their services span multiple areas of expertise, including Commercial Property, Corporate & Commercial, Commercial Litigation, Employment, Residential Property, Family Law, and Private Client services.
The Employment team, based in the firm's Luton office, provides business-focused services to both HR teams and companies without dedicated HR resources. The team also represents senior employees on a personal level. Known for its practical and commercially-minded legal solutions, the team handles a wide range of employment matters, including TUPE, employment terminations, tribunal support, business reorganisations, and redundancies.
The firm offers a supportive environment that encourages professional development and career growth, with a high staff retention rate reflecting the firm's strong internal culture.
About the Role:
The role offers an ideal opportunity for an ambitious Employment Solicitor who is eager to develop their knowledge and skills in a variety of areas. The role is also suitable for an experienced solicitor looking for a new challenge.
Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day employment advice to both employers and employees.
• Negotiate settlement agreements and represent clients in employment tribunals, including advocacy.
• Advise on corporate matters such as TUPE, due diligence, and the employment aspects of transaction documents, including warranties and indemnities in sale agreements.
• Develop and manage a client base through business development activities, including writing articles, hosting webinars, and networking.
• Provide leadership and supervision to junior members of the team, including trainees and junior solicitors.

Key Requirements:

• Qualified Employment Solicitor with at least 3+ years PQE.
• Broad experience in both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters.
• Ideally, experience in employment-related corporate support, including TUPE and business transactions.
• Experience in creating strategic solutions for businesses, with commercial acumen.
• A positive attitude towards career progression and self-development.
• Networking and marketing experience is desirable; public speaking experience is a plus.