Employment Solicitor - Charities and Education

Chadwick Nott; East Horsley; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Guildford is looking for an Employment Solicitor specializing in the Schools and Charities Sector. This full-time, permanent role is perfect for candidates with up to three years of experience interested in developing their expertise in employment and education law. The firm offers comprehensive training and mentoring to ensure professional growth in a supportive environment praised for its commitment to high-quality legal work.

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years post-qualification experience in employment law.
• Ideal for a Solicitor or Legal Executive.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist employment and education law advice to independent schools and charities.
• Manage legal issues including contracts, HR policies, and safeguarding.

Skills

Employment Law

Education Law

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Job title: Employment Solicitor - Charities and Education

Location: Guildford

Salary: £48,000-£55,000+

PQE Level: NQ-3 PQE

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

A leading law firm is seeking an employment lawyer to work in the Schools and Charities Sector, based in Guildford. This opportunity is ideal for a Solicitor or Legal Executive with up to three years' post-qualification experience, looking to develop expertise in employment and education law within a well-established and highly regarded practice.

As a career-focused firm, it is committed to providing high-quality work, clear paths for progression, and a supportive environment. Recognised in The Times' Best Law Firms and consistently ranked in the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, it has built a strong reputation for advising schools and charitable organisations on complex legal matters.

The successful candidate will provide specialist employment and education law advice to independent schools and charities across the UK. The role covers a wide range of legal issues, including employment contracts, HR policies, restructuring, safeguarding, and pupil-related concerns. Comprehensive training and mentoring will be offered to support professional development, enabling the individual to build expertise and manage their own caseload.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Guildford or Surrey in general please do get in touch with Liam Andrews at Chadwick Nott.

(e) [e-mail]

(m) 07921 895 776

(t) 0117 917 1864

(l) www.linkedin.com/in/liamandrews-legalrecruitment

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*