Employment Solicitor

Employment Solicitor (2-5 PQE) - Leicester

A highly regarded Legal 500 law firm is seeking an Employment Solicitor (2-5 years' PQE) to join its growing Employment Law team in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated solicitor to further develop their career within a supportive, forward-thinking firm known for high-quality legal work, strong client relationships and an outstanding workplace culture.

You will play a key role advising a broad client base on a wide range of employment law matters, while gaining exposure to both contentious and non-contentious work. This position offers strong career development, business development opportunities and the chance to work alongside experienced employment law specialists.

The Role

The Employment Solicitor will manage a varied caseload and support clients on a range of workplace legal matters.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising clients on employment law matters, including acting for claimants in settlement agreements


• Defending Employment Tribunal claims, including preparing Grounds of Resistance, disclosure, drafting witness statements and advising on case merits


• Representing clients and assisting with Employment Tribunal hearings


• Drafting and reviewing contracts of employment, policies and procedures


• Providing practical, commercially focused advice to ensure clients' objectives are met


• Keeping up to date with employment law developments and delivering client updates or training sessions


• Building and maintaining strong client relationships and delivering a high level of client service


• Supporting the wider team with business development and networking activities


• Working collaboratively with colleagues, including Senior Associates and Partners


• Ensuring compliance with all relevant legal, professional and regulatory requirements

About the Candidate

This opportunity is ideal for a 2-5 PQE Employment Solicitor looking to join a progressive firm where they can develop technically while contributing to team growth

You will have:

• Qualified Solicitor with somewhere between 2-5 years' PQE in Employment Law


• Experience handling Employment Tribunal matters and advising clients on employment law issues


• The ability to manage straightforward transactions and legal matters independently


• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and apply relevant legal principles


• Confidence in reviewing information, assessing risks, and providing clear legal advice


• Excellent communication and client relationship skills


• A proactive approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality work


• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively within a team

The Firm

This leading UK law firm has a heritage spanning over 200 years and is recognised for delivering high-quality legal advice across a wide range of practice areas. Its lawyers combine deep sector knowledge with innovative thinking to provide strategic and practical solutions for clients.

The firm fosters a supportive, collaborative and inclusive culture, where employees are encouraged to develop professionally and make a meaningful impact within the business.

Benefits

• Employees benefit from a comprehensive rewards package, including:


• 25 days' annual leave plus additional benefits


• Profit share scheme and discretionary bonus


• Private medical cover


• Perks at Work discount scheme


• Paid charity day each year


• A structured wellbeing programme and events calendar


• A supportive environment with strong career progression opportunities

If you're an Employment Solicitor in Leicester looking to join a top-ranked law firm with excellent career prospects, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your legal career.

Please contact Andrew Cookson for an initial confidential discussion, or apply via the link enclosing your current CV.

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