Employment Solicitor

Service Care Legal; Orpington; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected legal firm in South East London is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years' PQE. The role involves managing diverse employment cases, working closely with partners, and contributing to business development. Ideal candidates will have a proactive mindset and strong communication skills. Competitive salary between £55,000 and £70,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' PQE in employment law.
• Strong experience in both contentious and non-contentious work.
• Confident in handling Tribunal litigation independently.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with partners and senior solicitors.
• Handle a caseload from instruction through to resolution.
• Contribute to business development initiatives.

Skills

Contentious work experience

Non-contentious work experience

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Tribunal litigation

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Overview

Service Care Legal are working with a respected Legal 500 firm in South East London is looking to appoint an experienced Employment Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years' PQE to join their established and growing Employment Department. This firm is known for its collaborative, partner-led approach and strong internal support structure. The role will suit a technically sound and commercially-minded solicitor looking for a mix of contentious and non-contentious employment work, with excellent scope for professional development.

Role

Employment Solicitor - 3+ PQE

Location & Salary

• Location: South East London
• Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 (depending on experience)
• PQE: 3 years'+

The Role

• You will be working closely with partners and other senior solicitors on a broad range of matters.
• The firm acts for both employers and employees, giving you the opportunity to manage diverse and often high-quality instructions.
• Matters include:
• Employment Tribunal claims
• Settlement Agreements
• TUPE advice
• Drafting contracts and staff handbooks
• Disciplinary and grievance procedures
• Mediation and early conciliation
• Advising on HR policies and internal investigations
• You will be expected to handle your own caseload from instruction through to resolution, with access to support where needed, and to contribute to business development initiatives.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with a minimum of 3 years' PQE in employment law
• Strong experience in both contentious and non-contentious work
• Confident handling Tribunal litigation independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working directly with clients and building long-term relationships
• A proactive, commercial mindset with an interest in developing your practice

Apply

If this opportunity is of interest, please reach out to us with an updated CV for review. We welcome referrals which could be worth £250 each, so please bear this in mind.