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Employment Solicitor - 2-5 PQE

QED Legal LLP

Norwich

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 65,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

A leading regional law firm is seeking an Employment Solicitor with 2-5 years PQE to join their dynamic team in Norwich. The role involves advising clients on various employment law issues, managing tribunal claims, and drafting essential documentation, all within a supportive and collaborative environment. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, clear progression opportunities, and a culture that values employee development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits
Supportive leadership
Clear path for progression
Open culture that values ideas

Qualifications

  • 2-5 years PQE solicitor with experience in employment law.
  • Drive, professionalism, and commitment to client service.
  • Commercially aware with sound legal judgment.

Responsibilities

  • Advising clients on a range of employment law issues.
  • Managing Employment Tribunal claims from start to finish.
  • Drafting and reviewing employment documentation.

Skills

Advising on employment law
Managing Employment Tribunal claims
Drafting legal documentation
Building client relationships
Strong communication
Attention to detail
Organizational skills

Education

Solicitor with 2-5 years PQE

Job description

Employment Solicitor – 2-5 PQE

Are you an Employment Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career? Want to join a firm where your voice is heard, your development is supported, and the work is genuinely interesting?

We're partnering with a highly respected regional law firm that’s looking for a confident and ambitious solicitor to join their growing Employment team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-quality matters in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

The Role
You'll be part of a dynamic team advising a broad range of clients on both contentious and non-contentious employment matters. You’ll have early responsibility, strong mentoring, and the chance to build lasting client relationships.

What You’ll Be Doing
  • Advising clients on a range of employment law issues
  • Managing Employment Tribunal claims from start to finish, including drafting pleadings, disclosure, witness statements, and advocacy
  • Drafting and reviewing employment documentation such as contracts, policies, and handbooks
  • Providing clients with updates and training on legal developments
  • Maintaining strong, professional relationships with clients and stakeholders
  • Working with senior lawyers to support team goals and contribute to business development initiatives

About You
We're looking for a 2-5 years PQE solicitor with experience in employment law with drive, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering excellent client service.

The ideal candidate will be:
  • Confident advising on both advisory and contentious employment issues
  • Commercially aware, with sound legal judgment
  • A strong communicator who builds trust and rapport easily
  • Detail-oriented, organised, and able to manage a busy workload
  • Motivated to grow, learn, and contribute to a collaborative team

What’s on Offer
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Multiple office locations to choose from
  • Supportive leadership and a clear path for progression
  • A friendly, open culture that values your ideas and development

Interested?
If you’re looking to join a team where you’ll be supported, challenged, and truly valued, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch today for a confidential chat or send us your CV to apply.
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