Employment Solicitor

eNL; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a skilled Employment Solicitor with over 5 years PQE to join their Sheffield team. In this pivotal role, you will handle a diverse range of employment law cases, advising both employers and employees on matters such as unfair dismissal, discrimination, and redundancy. You will represent clients in Employment Tribunal proceedings and provide strategic HR advice, ensuring exceptional client service. This position offers the chance to take on leadership responsibilities, potentially becoming the Head of Department. If you're passionate about employment law and looking to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in employment law with experience in both respondent and claimant work.
• Proven track record in handling complex employment matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of employment matters including unfair dismissal and discrimination.
• Represent clients in Employment Tribunal proceedings and provide strategic HR advice.

Skills

Employment Law

Client Representation

Negotiation Skills

Mediation Skills

HR Advisory

Education

Qualified Solicitor (5+ years PQE)

Job description

EMPLOYMENT SOLICITOR 5+ YEARS PQE, SHEFFIELD, UP TO C£75,000 - Legal 500 firm seeking experienced Employment Solicitor to take on key role within the team. JOB REF: 9481

The firm is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to take responsibility for a varied caseload of employment matters, including unfair dismissal, discrimination, redundancy, and TUPE, as well as drafting contracts, policies, and settlement agreements.

You can expect to be advising both employer and employee clients.

Your role will also involve:

1. Representing clients in Employment Tribunal proceedings.
2. Providing strategic HR and employment advice.
3. Conducting negotiations and mediations.

The successful candidate will have at least 5 years’ PQE in employment law, handling both respondent and claimant work and ideally some experience in supervising junior colleagues. You will have a proven track record in handling complex matters for clients, offering exceptional levels of client service.

For senior Solicitors with requisite experience, there is the opportunity to take on the role of Head of Department.

To apply contact Melanie Daly at eNL on 0113 320 0575 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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