Employment Solicitor (NQ-2 PQE)

TSR Legal; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Employment Solicitor to join a dynamic boutique practice specializing in employment law. You'll work closely with the Head of Employment, advising clients on a range of contentious and non-contentious matters. This innovative firm offers a hybrid working model, genuine career progression, and the chance to work on varied and meaningful employment law cases. If you're a proactive communicator committed to quality service, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

On-site Parking

Career Progression

Hybrid Working Model

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with SRA practising certificate or CILEx Lawyer.
• NQ-2 years PQE preferred with experience in employment law.

Responsibilities

• Advising on settlement agreements, grievances, and employment disputes.
• Representing clients in Employment Tribunal claims.

Skills

Employment Law

Client Communication

Legal Drafting

Negotiation

LEAP Case Management System

Education

SRA Practising Certificate

CILEx Lawyer

Tools

LEAP Case Management System

Job description

Employment Solicitor (NQ-2 PQE)
Location:Hybrid – Monmouth / Bristol
Salary:£38,000+ (DOE) + Bonus
Working Arrangement:Full-Time (35 hrs/week) | Part-Time Considered | 2 Days in Office

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Employment Solicitor (NQ-2 PQE) to join a dynamic and growing boutique practice specialising in employment law. You’ll work closely with the Head of Employment, advising both employee and employer clients across a range of contentious and non-contentious matters.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Advising on settlement agreements, grievance and disciplinary matters, redundancies, discrimination, whistleblowing, and contractual disputes.

• Representing clients in Employment Tribunal claims and appeals to the EAT.

• Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, policies, and restrictive covenants.

• Supporting business clients on TUPE, restructures, service agreements, and employment aspects of corporate transactions.

• Managing client matters from initial consultation to billing using LEAP case management system.

• Liaising professionally with clients, barristers, and insurers.

• Contributing to business development and networking activities.

• Ensuring compliance with SRA standards, file management, and CPD requirements.

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor with a valid SRA practising certificate, CILEx Lawyer, or experienced Fee Earner.

• NQ-2 years PQE preferred (but all levels considered).

• Previous experience in employment law is essential; corporate law experience is welcomed.

• Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills.

• Commercially aware, proactive, and committed to client care and quality service.

• Experience using LEAP case management system is desirable.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary of £38,000+ depending on experience, plus bonus scheme.

• Hybrid working model – 2 days in the office (Monmouth or Bristol).

• Pension scheme.

• Genuine career progression within a modern and supportive firm.

• On-site parking available (if required).

• Opportunity to work on varied, interesting, and meaningful employment law matters.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact me directly on02920 388 100or [e-mail]