Employment Solicitor

Employment Law Solicitor

• Annual Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 (depending on experience)
• Location: City of London
• Job Type: Full-time (Hybrid working available)

We are seeking a qualified Employment Law Solicitor with 2-4 years PQE to join our dynamic team in the City of London. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated and dedicated employment law professional to advance their career in a Tier 1 Firm.

Key responsibilities:

• Managing a diverse caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including disciplinary and grievance issues, discrimination claims, redundancy processes, TUPE transfers and employment tribunal claims.
• Advising both employers and employees on employment rights, contracts, workplace policies and risk management.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating employment contracts, settlement agreements and HR policies.
• Representing clients in employment tribunals and supporting dispute resolution processes, including mediation and negotiations.
• Providing practical, tailored advice that aligns with clients' business objectives or individual needs.
• Supporting business development by networking, building client relationships, and contributing to the firm’s growth.
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members where appropriate.
• Staying up to date with employment law developments and regulatory changes, ensuring clients receive accurate and current advice

Key skills and experience:

• Strong technical knowledge of employment law, including experience handling tribunal claims, redundancies, TUPE and discrimination cases.
• Excellent client care skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly and effectively.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills, with tribunal experience being advantageous.
• Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload independently while maintaining high attention to detail.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development.
• Strong IT skills and familiarity with case management systems.
• A flexible, solutions-focused approach, with excellent problem-solving abilities.

What we offer:

• 24 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Private healthcare.
• Death in service benefit.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Opportunities for career progression through our development plan.