EMPLOYMENT SOLICITOR - 1-3 YRS PQE - LONDON W1

Posted 2 days 2 hours ago by Legals 4 Lawyers

Permanent
Part Time
Other
London, United Kingdom
Job Description
Job Title

Employment Solicitor - 1-3 PQE (Part-Time Also Considered)

Location: London - West End - Office Based

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Job Ref

103298

Job Ref No: L4L1157

The Firm

A great opportunity has arisen for our niche client law firm based in the West End of London. The firm assists multinational corporations, SMEs and UK enterprises in optimising their workforce strategies and provides modern, forward thinking services.

Overview

Seeking a motivated and commercially aware Employment Solicitor to join their growing team. This role offers development across contentious and non contentious matters for a diverse client base.

Key Responsibilities
  • Advising clients on a wide range of employment law matters, including:
    • Unfair dismissal
    • Discrimination claims
    • Redundancy and restructuring
    • Whistleblowing
    • TUPE
  • Managing employment tribunal claims from inception to conclusion
  • Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and settlement agreements
  • Providing strategic, commercially focused advice to clients
  • Assisting with non contentious work, including:
    • Employment contracts
    • Policies and handbooks
    • Advisory support on HR issues
  • Maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives
Candidate Requirements
  • Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 1-3 years' PQE in employment law
  • Experience handling both contentious and non contentious matters
  • Exposure to acting for both claimants and respondents
  • Strong drafting and analytical skills
  • Confident communicator with excellent client facing abilities
  • Ability to manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines
  • Commercial awareness and a proactive approach
Desirable
  • Experience in advocacy at preliminary hearings
  • Exposure to corporate support work
What They Offer
  • High quality work with a varied client base
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and progression
  • Competitive salary and benefits package