Employment Solicitor

Michael Page Legal; Scotland; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned law firm in Aberdeen is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to join its Employment & Reward Group. This role involves offering strategic advice on complex employment law issues, including tribunal claims and executive matters. Candidates should have 4+ years PQE in commercial employment law. The firm promotes career development, diversity, and work-life balance while offering a competitive salary range of £72,000-£95,000.

Benefits

First-class training programme

Early client responsibility

Supportive culture

Commitment to work-life balance

Focus on diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Experienced in advising on complex tribunal claims and discrimination.
• Understanding of executive compensation and cross-border employment issues.
• Familiarity with High Court litigation and employment aspects of M&A.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal advice on employment law matters.
• Draft and review employment-related documents and contracts.
• Represent clients in employment tribunals and disputes.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative team approach

Experience in complex tribunal claims

Comfortable advising on executive compensation

Education

Solicitor or equivalent with 4+ years PQE in commercial employment law

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to join a renowned Employment & Reward Group based in Aberdeen. This role offers the chance to work on complex employment law issues, including strategic advice, tribunal claims, and executive-level matters, within a nationally and internationally respected team.

Client Details

This client is an award-winning, global law firm known for its innovative approach, strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, and exceptional training and development programmes. They serve a diverse range of blue-chip and international clients, offering excellent opportunities to work across multiple sectors and geographies.

Description

• Provide comprehensive legal advice on employment law matters to a diverse client base.
• Draft and review contracts, policies, and other employment-related documents.
• Represent clients in employment tribunals and other dispute resolution settings.
• Support clients with redundancy processes, TUPE transfers, and workplace investigations.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in employment legislation.
• Deliver training sessions and presentations on employment law topics to clients and colleagues.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to ensure a high level of service delivery.
• Collaborate with other legal professionals within the organisation to provide holistic advice.

Profile

• A solicitor or equivalent with 4+ years PQE in commercial employment law
• Experienced in complex tribunal claims, discrimination, whistleblowing, restructuring, and senior-level grievances
• Comfortable advising on executive compensation and cross-border employment issues
• Commercially aware, with excellent communication skills and a collaborative team approach
• Ideally experienced with High Court litigation and employment aspects of M&A or outsourcing

Job Offer

This is a rare opportunity to join a market-leading, global employment law team that invests heavily in career development. You will benefit from a first-class training programme, early client responsibility, and a supportive culture committed to work-life balance and diversity. The firm is highly awarded for innovation, talent development, and inclusion.

Competitive salary range £72,000-£95,000.

If you\'re an experienced Employment Solicitor, apply now or contact James Hitti for more information.