Employment Solicitor in Somerset

Employment Solicitor | Bath or Somerset | Hybrid Working Available | NQ+ PQE | Competitive Salary DOE 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.

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