Employment Solicitor: Disputes & HR Compliance

Sellick Partnership; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking an Employment Solicitor to join their team in Reading. This role involves representing clients in disputes related to unfair dismissal, discrimination, and harassment while advising on redundancies and employee rights. Ideal candidates have 1-3 years PQE in employment law, strong communication, and negotiation skills. The firm offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in employment law.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload and work to tight deadlines.
• Proactive and client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in disputes over unfair dismissal, discrimination, or harassment.
• Advise on redundancies, termination, and wrongful dismissal.
• Provide advice on employee rights and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Negotiate settlements in employment-related claims.
• Assist businesses with transferring employees during sales or restructuring.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Ability to manage a busy caseload

Client-focused approach

Education

1-3 years PQE in employment law

Job description

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking an Employment Solicitor to join their team in Reading. This role involves representing clients in disputes related to unfair dismissal, discrimination, and harassment while advising on redundancies and employee rights. Ideal candidates have 1-3 years PQE in employment law, strong communication, and negotiation skills. The firm offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.