NQ Employment Law Solicitor

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Northern Ireland seeks a Newly Qualified Solicitor to join their Employment Law Department. The role involves advising on employment law matters, gaining tribunal experience, and contributing to legal training for clients. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in employment law and excellent communication skills. This position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for career progression and a competitive remuneration package.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Structured career development

Mentoring

Qualifications

• Newly qualified solicitor (NQ) or equivalent with strong interest in employment law.
• Excellent academic credentials and commitment to professional development.
• Confident communicator, capable of building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Assist in advising and representing clients in employment tribunal proceedings.
• Draft, review and maintain employment contracts and policies.
• Support on employment law compliance and risk management.

Skills

Interest in employment law

Analytical skills

Strong drafting skills

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Newly qualified solicitor or equivalent

Job description

Newly Qualified Solicitor – Employment Law

Location: Northern Ireland

About the Role

A leading Northern Ireland law firm is seeking a newly qualified Employment Law Solicitor to join its expanding Employment Law Department. This exceptional opportunity allows you to join a highly respected firm renowned for delivering technically excellent, commercially pragmatic advice to a diverse client base, including domestic and international businesses, as well as public and private sector organisations.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior team members, advising on a broad range of employment law matters, gaining exposure to complex tribunal and High Court work and developing expertise across both advisory and contentious employment law.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in advising and representing clients in employment tribunal proceedings.
• Draft, review and maintain employment contracts, policies, handbooks and service agreements.
• Provide support on employment law compliance, HR policies and risk management.
• Support senior team members in matters relating to trade union recognition, industrial relations and employee relations.
• Gain exposure to employment aspects of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions.
• Contribute to training sessions and guidance for clients on employment law matters.

Candidate Profile

• Newly qualified solicitor (NQ) or equivalent with a strong interest in employment law.
• Excellent academic credentials and demonstrated commitment to professional development.
• Strong analytical and drafting skills with attention to detail.
• Confident communicator, capable of building relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive, solution‑focused approach to legal issues.

Why This Opportunity is Unique

• Join a prestigious and supportive employment law team with exposure to a diverse client base.
• Opportunity to develop expertise across both advisory and contentious employment matters.
• Mentoring and structured career development to support progression within the firm.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package, reflecting the firm’s reputation and commitment to attracting top talent.
• Work in a culture that values innovation, professional growth and practical solutions.

For further information on this job, or any other Legal job in Belfast or Northern Ireland, apply via the link or contact Ciaran Gallagher for a confidential chat today.

VANRATH acts as an agency and employment business for permanent recruitment and the supply of temporary workers.