Employment Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Scotland; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an ambitious Employment Lawyer to join their modern Edinburgh office. This role offers exposure to top-tier clients across Scotland and the UK, alongside experienced Employment Partners. The firm boasts a friendly and inclusive culture, and employees are valued and supported in their career development. With a strong reputation and numerous accolades, this opportunity allows you to advance your expertise in a dynamic environment. Don’t miss your chance to excel in your career with a rapidly growing Top 25 firm and a Legal 500 ranked department.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Career Development Opportunities

Generous Bonus Package

Financial Protection Measures

Well-being Considerations

Favorable Holiday/Leave Entitlements

Qualifications

• Solid experience in employment law and strong commercial acumen required.
• Ability to produce high-quality work and collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with clients to address challenges and set intentions.
• Maintain relationships with international organisations and assist in claims.
• Attend employment tribunals and represent clients in litigation.

Skills

Employment Law

Commercial Acumen

Client Relationship Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor (2-7 PQE)

Job description

A leading firm with a highly ranked L500 team is searching for an ambitious Employment Lawyer (2-7 PQE) to join their modern Edinburgh office.

This opportunity will expose you to top-quality clients across Scotland and the UK, while working alongside some of the most experienced Employment Partners in the world.

If you are looking for an opportunity to progress within a standout firm, this is the right role for you.

Firm
This multinational firm has an unparalleled reputation for providing exemplary service across a range of sectors. It has numerous Legal 500 Tier 1 rankings and Chambers & Partners top-ranked departments, as well as countless ranked individuals and rising stars. It is renowned for the legal talent it attracts, which is a testament to both the quality of the work, the ongoing staff development and the working culture.

Despite its size, notable growth and strong profits, staff at the firm report a friendly and warm working environment and a management team who genuinely care for their workers. The firm has won numerous awards in recognition of the outstanding quality of the work produced, as well as for successfully cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Employees should expect exposure to top-quality international clients, as well as some of the foremost UK businesses and organisations and to receive support from some of the premier legal talents in the UK.

Culturally, the business has a cutting-edge and innovative feel which is balanced by the friendly and collaborative nature of the office environment.

If you are seeking to develop your expertise and take a tangible step forward in your career, this is an unparalleled opportunity to do so.

Candidate
The ideal candidate will have solid employment law experience and strong commercial acumen. Producing high-quality work and being a collaborative team player is something this Employment team is searching for, while consistently understanding the needs of their vast network of clients.

Upon joining the firm you will be tasked with:

• Working closely with clients to overcome their challenges and setting clear intentions of how to move forward.
• Maintaining relationships with large international organisations, while assisting them in claims, day-to-day advice and business negotiation.
• Ensuring teamwork is a part of your daily working practices.
• Operating in all areas of employment law like closing contracts, high-profile recruitment, benefits packages, employee transitions, post-termination restrictions and rewards to name a few.
• Attending complex employment tribunals and representing clients in High Court litigation.

This leading Employment team is seeking a 2-7 PQE Employment Solicitor with a passion for succeeding in the industry. This is a real opportunity for you to develop your career with a renowned firm who have an array of top-tier clientele.

By joining this firm, you will always feel valued as an employee and entitled to fruitful earnings, career development opportunities and a generous bonus package. Don't miss your chance to excel and grow your career with a Top 25 firm and a L500 ranked department.

What's on offer

• An opportunity to work for a rapidly growing, highly revered Top 25 firm.
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality work.
• First-rate career development and progression opportunities.
• Award-winning culture and ingrained flexible working.
• Highly competitive salary.
• Excellent package including financial protection measures, well-being considerations and favourable holiday/leave entitlements.

Apply now for immediate consideration or contact Jules Grieve on 0131 460 7747/[e-mail] for a confidential chat.