Employment Solicitor: Varied Caseload & Court Advocacy

Forbes Solicitors LLP; Preston; Híbrido; GBP 40.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

33 days annual leave

Annual leave purchase

Family friendly policies

Enhanced sick pay

Volunteer leave

Professional development

Profit share scheme

Long service awards

Staff discounts

Health care benefits

BUPA (Solicitor positions)

Retail and gym discounts

Annual events

Descripción de la vacante

Forbes Solicitors LLP is seeking a Solicitor to join our Employment team at Gordon House Office. The role is full-time, 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with base in Preston area.

The office benefits from strong regional connectivity and accessible transport links. You will manage a varied Employment caseload, represent clients at court/tribunal hearings (unfair dismissal, discrimination, TUPE, redundancy) and provide strategic advice while developing client relationships and

Formación

• Be qualified Solicitor or CILEX, NQ to 3 years PQE.
• Previous experience of working within the Employment legal sector.
• Experience conducting their own advocacy/attending courts/tribunals.
• Proven experience of handling own caseload, deadlines, and generating fees in accordance with targets.
• Demonstrates good client care skills, providing professional legal advice per SRA Code of Conduct.
• Aligns with the Firm’s values.

Responsabilidades

• Managing a varied / complex case load of Employment matters.
• Attending/representing at Court / Tribunal hearings (unfair dismissal, discrimination, TUPE, redundancy).
• Provision of expert legal advice and strategic guidance to clients.
• Accurate completion of legal tasks and documentation within the Solicitor’s area of expertise.
• Analyse legal matters, assess risks, and determine case strategies.
• Negotiating, mediating, or litigating to achieve optimal client outcomes.
• Collaborate on complex cases with Senior Associates and Partners.
• Building positive relationships with current/prospective clients and enhancing the Firm’s profile.

Conocimientos

Advocacy experience

Client communication

Deadline management

Fees generation

SRA compliance

Team collaboration

Educación

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX

NQ to 3 years PQE

Descripción del empleo

Forbes Solicitors LLP is seeking a Solicitor to join our Employment team at Gordon House Office. The role is full-time, 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with base in Preston area.

The office benefits from strong regional connectivity and accessible transport links. You will manage a varied Employment caseload, represent clients at court/tribunal hearings (unfair dismissal, discrimination, TUPE, redundancy) and provide strategic advice while developing client relationships and