Employment Solicitor - Hybrid - 2 to 5 PQE

QED Legal LLP; Apperknowle; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor with 2–5 years PQE. In this role, you will handle a variety of employment matters, provide client advice, and represent clients at hearings. The firm offers a supportive environment, competitive salary, and benefits including 25 days of holiday, hybrid working, and funding for professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days of holiday

Hybrid working options

Electric car leasing

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• 2–5 years PQE in employment law.
• Ability to travel occasionally to the Market Harborough office.
• Flexible and adaptable with a focus on client relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Act on behalf of claimants and respondents in employment matters.
• Draft ET1/ET3 forms and witness statements.
• Represent clients at Employment Tribunal hearings.
• Support colleagues with their caseloads.

Skills

Managing own caseload

Strong drafting skills

Advocacy skills

Team player

Commercial awareness

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

The Firm

My client is a well-established and highly regarded law firm with a long history of delivering excellent legal services across the East Midlands. With offices in Leicester and Market Harborough, they pride themselves on their strong reputation, supportive working environment, and glowing client reviews. Known for a collaborative culture and commitment to both professional development and client care, this is a firm where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.

The Role

• Acting on behalf of both claimants and respondents in a wide variety of employment matters
• Drafting key documents including ET1/ET3 forms, witness statements, and schedules of loss
• Providing clear, practical, and commercially minded advice to clients
• Representing clients at Employment Tribunal hearings and preliminary hearings when required
• Supporting colleagues with their caseloads and providing cover during holidays
• Getting involved in marketing and business development initiatives, such as writing articles, delivering seminars, or networking events

Isn’t it time to take on a role where your contribution is truly valued?

You

• A qualified Solicitor with 2–5 years PQE in employment law
• Confident in managing your own caseload with minimal supervision
• Strong drafting and advocacy skills, with a keen eye for detail
• A team player who enjoys supporting colleagues and contributing to the success of the wider department
• Commercially aware, with a willingness to get involved in business development and client relationship building
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to travel occasionally to the Market Harborough office

Do you want to work somewhere that genuinely invests in your future?

Benefits

• Competitive salary at or above market rate, reviewed annually
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, Christmas closure days, and loyalty days
• Holiday buy & sell scheme
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Electric car leasing and cycle to work schemes
• Day off for your birthday
• Long service awards and membership of the 10 Year Club
• Life assurance and enhanced family leave policies
• Pension scheme with salary sacrifice options
• Employee Assistance Programme, including access to virtual GP appointments
• Funding for professional subscriptions and training opportunities
• Discounts on legal services and referral bonus scheme
• Paid CSR day each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice

If you are an Employment Solicitor looking for a change at a well-established firm in Leicester, then apply online! Or contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal Recruitment today.