(Remote) Employment Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Ashton-under-Lyne; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking a remote Employment Solicitor to join their team. This role offers flexibility and independence while providing comprehensive legal advice to employers and employees on various issues, including contracts and tribunal representation. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a proactive approach to managing their own caseload.

Benefits

Fully remote working with flexible hours

Opportunities for career progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• NQ+ experience in employment law required.
• Confidence in handling a broad caseload independently.
• Comfortable with remote working and modern legal tech.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on employment law issues.
• Drafting contracts, policies, and agreements.
• Representing clients in tribunal proceedings.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Education

Qualified Employment Solicitor

Job description

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Client:

Simpson Judge

Location:

ashton-under-lyne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

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Job Description:

Experience: NQ+

We're currently working with a forward thinking boutique law firm based in the West Midlands who are looking to bring in a dynamic Employment Solicitor into their growing team of specialists. Fully remote in operation, it provides lawyers with the freedom to manage their own schedules while staying closely connected to a knowledgeable and supportive team. The firms modern outlook and agile framework makes it an appealing environment for those looking to kickstart their legal career or those looking for a change of environment.

The team advises employees, employers, and HR professionals across the UK on a wide range of employment issues, from contracts and dismissals to discrimination, redundancy, and tribunal representation. They are well regarded in providing clear, expert advice with a personal touch — their reputation and strong client base reflects this.

The Role

We’re seeking a qualified Employment Solicitor from NQ+ to handle a varied caseload of both contentious and non-contentious employment matters. This is a fully remote role, giving you the freedom to work from wherever you’re most productive, while being fully supported by their collaborative and dynamic team.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Advising clients (both employers and employees) on a range of employment law issues
• Drafting employment contracts, policies, and settlement agreements
• Representing clients in employment tribunal proceedings
• Managing your own caseload with minimal supervision
• Helping to shape their growing firm with your expertise and ideas

What We’re Looking For:

• Confident handling a broad caseload independently.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Comfortable with remote working and modern legal tech.

What We Offer:

• Fully remote working with flexible hours.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Supportive, friendly, and forward-thinking team.
• Interesting and varied client work.
• Opportunities for career progression and continued learning.

If this is of interest, please feel free to reach out to Rory Brand of Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.