Senior Employment Solicitor — Lead Complex Cases

Forbes Solicitors LLP; Preston; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Company pension

Health care benefits

Profit share scheme

Long service awards

Annual Events

Job summary

Forbes Solicitors LLP in Preston is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join our Commercial Employment team at Gordon House. This full-time role offers a 36.25 hour week, Monday to Friday, with a mix of high-quality employment work and client engagement.

You will manage a varied caseload, advise on dismissals, discrimination, TUPE and redundancies, and work closely with Partners to shape strategy. The firm prizes collaboration, professional development and a commitment to delivering

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or CILEX with at least 5 years’ PQE.
• Experience in Employment law, including advocacy or tribunal attendance.
• Ability to manage deadlines, generate fees and deliver against targets.
• Excellent communication, organisation and attention to detail.
• Collaborative approach aligned with the Firm’s values.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied and complex caseload of Employment matters.
• Advise and represent clients in areas such as unfair dismissal, discrimination, TUPE and redundancy.
• Build strong client relationships and deliver excellent client care.
• Support business development, departmental growth and people management.
• Work closely with Senior Associates and Partners on complex matters and strategic case planning.

Skills

Employment law

Advocacy/Court attendance

Client relationship management

Business development

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor or CILEX with 5+ PQE

Job description

Forbes Solicitors LLP in Preston is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join our Commercial Employment team at Gordon House. This full-time role offers a 36.25 hour week, Monday to Friday, with a mix of high-quality employment work and client engagement.

You will manage a varied caseload, advise on dismissals, discrimination, TUPE and redundancies, and work closely with Partners to shape strategy. The firm prizes collaboration, professional development and a commitment to delivering