Employment Solicitor

eNL Legal; Northampton; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

eNL Legal in Northampton is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor with 5+ PQE to join their established Employment team. You will manage a varied caseload for employer clients, both contentious and non-contentious, and work closely with a senior Partner to drive the department forward.

The firm emphasises a healthy work-life balance and a supportive environment, with opportunities to mentor junior lawyers and develop a leadership role within the team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years PQE in employment law, handling own caseload.
• Experience advising employer clients on contentious and non-contentious matters.
• Experience supervising and mentoring team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of employment matters for employer clients (contentious and non-contentious).
• Act for a diverse client base and supervise junior team members.
• Collaborate with a senior Partner to develop the department and contribute to leadership.

Education

5+ PQE in Employment Law

Job description

Employment Solicitor, 5+ PQE - Northampton - A leading Legal 500 law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Employment Solicitor into their established Employment team.

PQE: 5+ PQE

LOCATION: Northampton

SALARY: Circa £60k plus (DOE)

THE ROLE:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Employment Solicitor to join a well-established Northampton-based practice. You will be working closely with a leading Partner and be gaining exposure to varied caseload of employment related matters including both contentious and non-contentious work for employer clients. As the chosen Employment Solicitor you will be acting on behalf of a diverse client base and some employees. In addition to handling your own caseload you will also be supporting with the management and supervision of members of the team.

THE CANDIDATE:

You will have at least 5 years PQE in managing your own caseload of employment related matters. With experience of dealing with both contentious and non-contentious employment cases you will have proven expertise in advising employer clients and have experience of supervising and mentoring members of the team. With a soundtrack record in managing your own caseload of employment matters on behalf of both employees and employers. The successful Employment Solicitor will be able to come in and hit the ground running with their own caseload of matters and possess the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

THE FIRM:

If you're looking to take the next step in career with a firm that values the hard work you put in then do not hesitate in getting in touch in regard to this exciting opportunity. The firm places a firm importance on maintaining a health work-life balance and are committed to providing a supportive and encouraging environment where you can thrive professionally and personally. Superb opportunity for someone who wants to be a part of a close-knit team / firm where collaboration and mutual support are key values.

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.