Newly Qualified Solicitor Employment

Ideal Personnel & Recruitment Solutions Limited; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional recruitment agency is seeking a Newly Qualified Solicitor to join their Employment Team in Leicester Forest East. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build strong client relationships and handle various employment law matters, including Tribunal claims and document drafting. Ideal candidates will have 0-5 years PQE and a dedication to providing exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• Must be a Newly Qualified Solicitor with 0-5 years PQE in Employment Law.
• Ability to handle straightforward legal transactions independently.
• Shows initiative and attention to detail in work.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on employment law matters related to settlement agreements.
• Defend claims in Tribunal and manage all stages of the Tribunal process.
• Draft employment contracts and review company policies.

Skills

Client relationship management

Analytical thinking

Legal research

Written communication

Job description

Overview

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a NEWLY QUALIFIED SOLICITOR to join their Employment Team. This is a great opportunity for someone who has the drive and enthusiasm to further their career, build strong client relationships and help to grow the team.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients in relation to their employment law matters, including Claimants on settlement agreements
• Defending Tribunal claims on behalf of clients and being involved in all stages of the Tribunal process, including preparing Grounds of Resistance, disclosure, drafting witness statements, advising on merits and attending Tribunal hearings on behalf of clients
• Drafting documents for clients, including contracts of employment and reviewing and advising on policies and procedures
• Keeping up to date with employment law developments and preparing updates and training clients in relation to those developments
• Advising and assisting clients in relation to their employment law matters, ensuring a high level of client service is maintained at all times and that the client\'s aims are met (subject to professional and regulatory requirements)
• Managing the client relationship
• Undertaking business development activities
• Complying with all legislative and regulatory requirements
• Updating and consulting with Senior Associates and Partners

Requirements

• Ability to deal with straightforward transactions, including unfamiliar tasks which present a range of problems
• Uses own judgement but may need supervision at differing levels of transaction
• Identifies the legal principles relevant to the area of practice and applies them appropriately
• Uses experience to check the information provided
• Goes the extra mile and produces good quality work

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FOR EMPLOYMENT LAW CANDIDATES RANGING FROM 0-5 YEARS PQE

Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so