Employment Solicitor

Simpson Judge; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected regional law firm in Northampton is looking for an Employment Solicitor to join their Employment Law team. This role is suitable for newly qualified solicitors and includes advising on HR matters, drafting legal documents, and handling tribunal claims. The firm offers a supportive culture, competitive salary, and genuine career progression opportunities in a modern office with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive and collaborative team culture

Exposure to high-quality, varied work

Prospects for development and career progression

Modern office with hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Demonstrable interest and experience in employment law.
• Motivated, organised, and keen to grow within a supportive team environment.
• Experience in a training seat or post-qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advising employers on HR and employment law issues.
• Drafting employment contracts, policies, and handbooks.
• Handling Employment Tribunal claims from inception to resolution.
• Advising on settlement agreements and redundancy matters.
• Supporting corporate transactions with employment law input.

Skills

Employment law knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Strong technical drafting skills

Client-focused approach

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Job Title: Employment Solicitor

Location: Northampton

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

PQE: NQ+

About the Firm

A long-established and respected regional law firm with offices in Northampton is seeking an ambitious Employment Solicitor to join its dedicated Employment Law team. The firm is known for its high-quality legal advice, strong client relationships, and supportive, down-to-earth culture. It acts for a broad range of clients, including SMEs, owner‑managed businesses, and individuals, across the Midlands and beyond.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or early post-qualified solicitor to develop their career in a busy and well-regarded Employment Department. You will work on a varied mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, advising both employers and employees.

Typical work will include:

• Advising employers on day‑to‑day HR and employment law issues
• Drafting employment contracts, policies, and staff handbooks
• Handling Employment Tribunal claims from inception to resolution
• Advising on settlement agreements and redundancy matters
• Supporting corporate transactions with employment law input (TUPE, due diligence, etc.)
• Assisting with business development, client training sessions, and marketing initiatives

You will be supported by experienced employment law partners and solicitors, offering excellent supervision, exposure to quality work, and clear opportunities for progression.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (NQ-3 years' PQE)
• Demonstrable interest and experience in employment law (training seat or post-qualification experience preferred)
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Commercially aware and client-focused
• Motivated, organised, and keen to grow within a supportive team environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Exposure to high-quality, varied employment law work
• Genuine prospects for development and career progression
• Modern offices in central Northampton with hybrid working options

If this is of interest, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.