Reference: ORJ921957220_1787571574Employment Lawyer - Exeter - 3-5 Years PQELocation: Exeter (with hybrid flexibility after probation)Type of Role: Permanent, Full time (part time applications considered)Salary: 50,000 to 70,000 (dependent on experience)A well established and rapidly growing South West law firm is seeking an Employment Lawyer to join its expanding Litigation Department in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer (with full practising rights) with 3-5 years' post qualification experience to take ownership of their own caseload and play a key role in developing the firm's employment offering.
The Litigation Department handles a wide range of civil litigation matters and comprises a team of ten fee earners supported by experienced staff. The firm has seen significant growth in recent years, with new offices, partner promotions and industry recognition, creating a positive and ambitious working environment. The RoleYou will be responsible for developing and managing a growing employment law caseload, including: Advising on a full range of contentious and non contentious employment mattersHandling tribunal claims, settlement negotiations and employee relations issuesProviding strategic advice to employers and employeesTaking responsibility for business development to grow the employment practiceWorking closely with colleagues across the wider Litigation teamSpending at least three days per week in the Exeter office, with hybrid working available after probationTravelling to other offices for client meetings and marketing events as requiredContributing to the firm's marketing and business development initiativesThis is a growth area for the firm, and you will have the autonomy to shape and expand the employment offering using your own initiative.
Candidate RequirementsThis role is suited to an employment specialist with:3-5 years PQE (more experienced candidates considered if open to broadening into wider litigation)Strong technical knowledge of employment lawAbility to manage a caseload independently and take ownership of client mattersA proactive approach to business development and client relationship buildingStrong communication skills and commercial awarenessConfidence generating new work and developing referral networksWillingness to contribute ideas and drive the growth of the employment practiceA positive, collaborative and professional approachCandidates with a proven track record in business development or an existing client following are particularly encouraged to apply.
BenefitsThe firm offers: Competitive salary and benefits packageExcellent career progression opportunitiesA friendly, supportive and growing team environmentHybrid working arrangements after probationOpportunities to contribute to a developing practice areaA strong firm culture with recent awards and recognitionHow to ApplyIf this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact Olivia Reed: Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.ukPhone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.
Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
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