Employment Solicitor - Settlement Agreements (Hybrid, Bonus)

Hale and Hawthorn; Altrincham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 20%

Hybrid working

35 days leave

Company pension

Professional subscriptions

Altrincham office

No own-work target

Job summary

Hale and Hawthorn is a small, technology-enabled law firm based in Altrincham, advising across England and Wales. We are seeking an Employment Solicitor to handle settlement agreements and client advisories, supported by an employment paralegal, with opportunities to shape processes and practice development.

You should have 2+ years' PQE in employment law, strong communication, and a practical, commercial approach. We offer 35 days leave, a pension, and hybrid working after probation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' PQE in employment law preferred
• Experience with settlement agreements
• Strong communication and client care
• Commercial and practical approach
• Interest in technology-enhanced legal services

Responsibilities

• Advise employees on settlement agreements
• Conduct client appointments and negotiations
• Explain terms and practical implications
• Provide clear, commercially focused advice
• Manage 2–3 matters daily with support from a paralegal
• Suggest process improvements and contribute to service development
• Opportunity for career progression

Skills

Employment law experience

Settlement agreements

Communication skills

Client care

Independent work

Legal tech interest

Job description

Hale and Hawthorn is a small, technology-enabled law firm based in Altrincham, advising across England and Wales. We are seeking an Employment Solicitor to handle settlement agreements and client advisories, supported by an employment paralegal, with opportunities to shape processes and practice development.

You should have 2+ years' PQE in employment law, strong communication, and a practical, commercial approach. We offer 35 days leave, a pension, and hybrid working after probation.