At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise clients on employment matters, from disputes to strategic HR advice.
- Company: A respected regional law firm with a practical and collaborative approach.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible working environment with early responsibility and client interaction.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and make a real impact in employment law.
- Qualifications: Qualified Employment Solicitor with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The Opportunity
We are working with a well-regarded regional firm that combines technical legal expertise with a practical, commercially focused approach. The firm places strong emphasis on delivering advice that works in the real world, supporting both individuals and businesses through complex and sensitive employment matters.
The Team
The Employment team works closely with HR professionals and other legal specialists to provide a fully integrated service. This structure ensures clients receive advice that balances legal precision with commercial and people-focused insight. The team collaborates regularly with Corporate & Commercial colleagues, offering exposure to wider business strategy and decision-making.
The Work
You will advise a broad client base including regional businesses, growing companies, senior executives and individuals on a wide range of employment matters. The caseload includes:
- Contentious matters such as disputes, claims and workplace issues
- Non-contentious advisory work including restructures and TUPE
- Executive exits and settlement agreements
- Business protection and restrictive covenants
- Strategic, day-to-day employment and HR advice
The wider offering also includes support for individuals on workplace rights, disciplinary issues, redundancy, and settlement negotiations, as well as guidance for employers on managing people effectively, ensuring compliance and reducing risk.
The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team where you will have:
- Early responsibility and direct client contact
- The chance to contribute to business development and team growth
- Exposure to high-quality, varied work
- A genuine platform to influence the direction of the team
Working Environment
Hybrid working is offered, with flexibility to balance home and office working. However, the firm places real value on in-person collaboration, particularly in the Bath office, where you can benefit from close interaction with experienced colleagues and ongoing development opportunities.
About You
- Qualified Employment Solicitor (flexible PQE considered)
- Commercially aware with a practical approach to problem-solving
- Strong communication skills and an interest in working closely with clients
- Comfortable managing a varied caseload and taking ownership of work
- Collaborative mindset with a genuine interest in business and people
Interested? If you’re looking to join a forward-thinking team offering high-quality work, strong collaboration and the opportunity to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Employment Solicitor in Somerset employer: Executive Network Legal Limited
Join a well-regarded regional firm in Bath or Somerset as an Employment Solicitor, where you will thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment that values both professional growth and work-life balance. With hybrid working options and a focus on in-person collaboration, you will have the opportunity to engage directly with clients, contribute to business development, and work on a diverse range of employment matters, all while being part of a team that prioritises legal precision and commercial insight.
Contact Details:
Executive Network Legal Limited Recruitment Team
