Employment Solicitor/Associate - 2+ years PQE (Ideally) - Newcastle upon Tyne

QED Legal LLP; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Une société de droit commercial à Newcastle recherche un avocat en droit du travail pour rejoindre son équipe. Vous travaillerez sur des questions contentieuses et non-contentieuses pour un large éventail de clients dans un environnement collaboratif et respectueux. Cette opportunité offre un équilibre travail-vie personnelle avec des horaires flexibles dans une entreprise certifiée B Corp qui valorise l'impact positif.

Benefits

Culture de travail respectueuse de l'équilibre travail-vie personnelle

Pack de rémunération compétitif

Qualifications

• Expérience de plus de 2 ans en droit du travail, y compris les contentieux et non-contentieux.
• Capacité à établir des relations de confiance avec les clients.
• Joueur d'équipe collaboratif, prospérant dans un environnement guidé par des valeurs.

Responsibilities

• Conseiller sur les questions juridiques quotidiennes liées aux ressources humaines.
• Rédiger et négocier des contrats et politiques d'emploi.
• Gérer des réclamations devant le tribunal du travail.

Skills

Communications

Solution-oriented mindset

Collaboration

Education

2+ years PQE in employment law

Job description

• Employment Solicitor – Generalist Role (Contentious & Non-Contentious)
  Newcastle upon Tyne
  Full-time | Hybrid Working Available
  Applications open now
  
  Join a values-driven boutique commercial law firm where your impact matters.
  
  QED Legal is working with a firm seeking an experienced and motivated Employment Solicitor to join their Newcastle office. This is a unique opportunity for a well-rounded employment lawyer to engage in a variety of contentious and non-contentious matters within a dynamic and supportive team, working acrossoffices in Newcastle, Leeds, and Tees Valley.
  
  About The Firm This firm is renowned for doing things differently. As a Certified B Corp, they area values-led firm that blends commercial expertise with a genuine commitment to making a positive impact. With a boutique approach, theyfocus on providing pragmatic, tailored legal advice to business clients across corporate, commercial property, employment, and dispute resolution matters.
  
  Their agile structure allows themto be highly responsive, building long-term relationships with clients who value clear opinions over exhaustive options. They operate in a collaborative, non-hierarchical environment where your voice counts and your work has real influence.
  
  The Role You’ll join theEmployment Team, supporting a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from SMEs to large corporates. The work is intellectually stimulating and commercially significant, involving:
  
  
• Advising on day-to-day HR and employment law matters
  
  
• Drafting and negotiating employment contracts, policies, and settlement agreements
  
  
• Handling Employment Tribunal claims (for both respondents and claimants)
  
  
• Supporting corporate transactions with employment due diligence and TUPE advice
  
  
• Delivering training and workshops to clients
  
  
• What We’re Looking For
• 2+ years PQE with a strong grounding in both contentious and non-contentious employment law
  
  
• A commercially astute, solution-oriented mindset
  
  
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted client relationships
  
  
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a values-driven environment
  
  
• Ambition to develop professionally and contribute to the continued growth of the practice
  
  
• Why This Firm
• Work with an exceptional, supportive team of lawyers across the North of England
  
  
• Be part of a progressive, B Corp-certified firm that genuinely lives its values
  
  
• Enjoy flexible working and a culture that respects work-life balance
  
  
• Have a clear voice in shaping the way theywork and deliver client service
  
  
• Competitive salary and benefits package
  
  Apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat with Beth Livings at QED Legal.
  
  
• This is an excellent opportunity to take a hands-on role in a close-knit, high-performing team that works seamlessly across our three offices.