Employment Solicitor / Legal Executive (2+ PQE) - Hull

QED Legal LLP; Willerby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established regional law firm in Hull seeks an experienced Employment Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload with minimal supervision. Candidates should have at least two years of PQE, strong communication skills, and the ability to contribute to business development efforts. The firm offers a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package, including medical plans, generous leave, and professional development opportunities, making this a compelling opportunity in a supportive legal team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

On-site parking

Medical Cash Plan

Annual leave including Christmas shutdown

Paid charitable volunteering day

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ Post-Qualification Experience (PQE).
• Confident in running a caseload independently.
• Willing to engage in business development.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on both contentious and non-contentious employment issues.
• Managing a varied caseload with minimal supervision.
• Contributing to business development and building client relationships.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Independently managing a caseload

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Employment Solicitor or Legal Executive to join a highly regarded and supportive legal team at a well‑established regional law firm in Hull.

This role offers exposure to a broad range of employment matters, advising clients on both contentious and non‑contentious work. You will have responsibility for managing your own varied caseload with minimal supervision, advising clients on day‑to‑day employment issues and more complex matters, while working closely with an experienced and collaborative team. There will also be opportunities to contribute to business development and to build long‑term client relationships.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of two years’ PQE. You will be confident running a caseload independently, have strong communication and organisational skills, and be willing to play an active role in business development and the continued growth of the department.

Benefits

The firm offers a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package. This includes on‑site parking, a Medical Cash Plan providing cashback on dental and optical appointments and other everyday healthcare costs, and access to a discount scheme through the firm’s benefits hub. You will also benefit from generous annual leave including a Christmas shutdown, an additional day off for your birthday, a paid charitable volunteering day, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, a Cycle to Work Scheme, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

Apply

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Aislinn Martin at QED Legal.