Employment Solicitor - Hybrid - 2 to 5 PQE

QED Legal; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm is seeking a qualified Consultant Solicitor with 2–5 years PQE in employment law to manage caseloads and represent clients. The role offers competitive salary, flexible working options, and numerous benefits, in a supportive and collaborative environment that values professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Hybrid and flexible working options

Electric car leasing and cycle to work schemes

Paid CSR day each year

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Acting on behalf of claimants and respondents in employment matters.
• Drafting key documents including ET1/ET3 forms and witness statements.
• Representing clients at Employment Tribunal hearings.

Skills

Employment law expertise

Strong drafting skills

Advocacy skills

Commercial awareness

Team player

Education

Qualified Solicitor with 2-5 years PQE

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.