Employment Solicitor - Remote Working

Wicker Hamilton; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique employment firm in the UK is seeking a talented solicitor to manage a varied caseload and provide expert advice on employment law matters. The role offers autonomy, a modern work environment, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on clients' lives. Ideal candidates will have 2 years of post-qualification experience in Employment Law, a strong billing track record, and a positive, solution-focused attitude. Join a dynamic team and help secure justice for employees.

Qualifications

• 2 PQE+ in Employment Law.
• Strong billing track record.
• Experience in a small firm or private practice setting.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-handling skills.
• Comfortable with legal tech and remote working.
• Positive, proactive, solution-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Advising employees on all aspects of employment law.
• Managing your own caseload with independence and confidence.
• Drafting letters before action, settlement proposals, and detailed assessments.
• Negotiating strong settlements and preparing cases for litigation.
• Recording time accurately and meeting realistic billing targets.
• Helping improve digital processes, tools, and the overall client journey.

Job description

Our client is a forward-thinking, boutique employment firm with a national presence, built on innovation, collaboration, and a genuine drive to secure great outcomes for employees. With a strong digital footprint and a steady pipeline of quality leads, they’re growing fast - and now looking for a talented solicitor to join their team.

The Opportunity

Join a modern, tech-enabled law firm where cutting-edge systems, high-calibre work, and excellent client care are at the heart of everything. You’ll manage a varied caseload, benefit from a generous commission structure, and enjoy the autonomy to shape your working day.

What You’ll Be Doing

Advising employees on all aspects of employment law, including :

• Unfair dismissal
• Redundancy
• Discrimination & whistleblowing
• Disciplinary & grievance issues
• Settlement agreement negotiations
• Running your own caseload with independence and confidence
• Drafting letters before action, settlement proposals, and detailed assessments
• Negotiating strong settlements and preparing cases for litigation where needed
• Recording time accurately and meeting realistic billing targets
• Helping improve digital processes, tools, and the overall client journey

About You

You’re someone who thrives in a modern, innovative environment and is motivated by achieving fairness for employees.

Essential Skills & Experience

• 2 PQE+ in Employment Law
• Strong billing track record
• Experience in a small firm or private practice setting
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-handling skills
• Comfortable with legal tech and remote working
• Positive, proactive, solution-focused attitude

Personal Qualities

• Empathetic and client-focused
• Supportive and collaborative
• Confident managing files independently
• Driven by helping individuals secure justice