Employment Solicitor

Simpson Judge; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Simpson Judge is seeking an Employment Solicitor/Associate Solicitor to join their growing employment team in the North West. The role offers quality work, autonomy, flexibility, and clear career progression within a reputable, commercially focused team.

The ideal candidate will have NQ to 4 years’ PQE in employment law, strong technical knowledge, and a proactive, client‑facing approach, with flexibility for hybrid working and opportunities to develop expertise.

Qualifications

• NQ–4 years’ PQE with an employment law specialism.
• Strong understanding of employment law matters.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad range of employment matters including Tribunal litigation and corporate support work.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and support business development.
• Work collaboratively within an established team and contribute to growth initiatives.

Skills

PQE range (NQ–4)

Employment law

Job description

Job Title: Employment Solicitor / Associate Solicitor

Location: North West

Salary - Competitive DOE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Employment Solicitor / Associate Solicitor to join a growing and highly regarded employment team across the North West.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants more than a traditional law firm environment. You’ll be joining a reputable, commercially focused team where lawyers are trusted to take ownership of their work, build strong client relationships and play a genuine role in the continued growth of the practice.

The team works with a diverse range of businesses, from growing organisations through to major corporate and household-name clients, providing high-quality advice across a broad spectrum of employment matters.

If you’re looking for quality work, autonomy, flexibility and genuine career progression, this could be an excellent next step.

The Role

You’ll work across a broad range of commercial employment matters, including:

• Employment Tribunal litigation
• Corporate support work
• Building and maintaining client relationships
• Supporting business development and growth initiatives

You’ll work alongside experienced employment lawyers within an established and expanding team, with plenty of opportunity to develop your technical expertise and commercial experience.

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for an Employment Solicitor / Associate Solicitor with:

NQ - 4 years’ PQE with an employment law specialism

Strong technical knowledge of commercial employment law

Experience handling a varied caseload

Excellent communication and client relationship skills

Strong organisation and the ability to manage competing priorities

A proactive, commercially minded approach

A collaborative attitude and willingness to contribute to the wider team

What’s on Offer?

Competitive salary & benefits package

Flexible and hybrid working options

Clear opportunities for career progression

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Health and wellbeing benefits

Genuine autonomy and responsibility

The opportunity to work with an exciting and growing client base

If you’re an Employment Solicitor or Associate Solicitor considering your next career move and want to work in a progressive environment where you can make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.