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Job Title: Employment Solicitor
Location: Northampton
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
PQE: NQ+
About the Firm
A long-established and respected regional law firm with offices in Northampton is seeking an ambitious Employment Solicitor to join its dedicated Employment Law team. The firm is known for its high-quality legal advice, strong client relationships, and supportive, down-to-earth culture. It acts for a broad range of clients, including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, and individuals, across the Midlands and beyond.
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or early post-qualified solicitor to develop their career in a busy and well-regarded Employment Department. You will work on a varied mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, advising both employers and employees.
Typical work will include:
- Advising employers on day-to-day HR and employment law issues
- Drafting employment contracts, policies, and staff handbooks
- Handling Employment Tribunal claims from inception to resolution
- Advising on settlement agreements and redundancy matters
- Supporting corporate transactions with employment law input (TUPE, due diligence, etc.)
- Assisting with business development, client training sessions, and marketing initiatives
- You will be supported by experienced employment law partners and solicitors, offering excellent supervision, exposure to quality work, and clear opportunities for progression.
About You
- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (NQ-3 years' PQE)
- Demonstrable interest and experience in employment law (training seat or post-qualification experience preferred)
- Strong technical and drafting skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Commercially aware and client-focused
- Motivated, organised, and keen to grow within a supportive team environment
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Exposure to high-quality, varied employment law work
- Genuine prospects for development and career progression
- Modern offices in central Northampton with hybrid working options
If this is of interest, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.
