Are you an Employment Solicitor looking to move in-house while maintaining a strong focus on contentious work? Join a respected UK-wide professional organisation and become part of an established legal team providing specialist employment law advice and support. With a manageable caseload, you'll handle litigation, advise on complex and sensitive issues, and manage matters from instruction through to resolution in a varied and rewarding role.
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The Role
- In-House Employment Solicitor 12M FTC (£50K - £60K)
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Leicester | Hybrid Working | 12-Month FTC
As an In-House Employment Solicitor, you'll:
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Manage your own caseload of employment, professional discipline and related matters, with around 65% of the work focused on contentious matters and litigation.
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Advise on complex and sensitive employment issues, providing clear, practical guidance to senior professionals.
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Handle Employment Tribunal proceedings, including drafting pleadings, preparing case documents and representing clients where appropriate.
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Advise on professional conduct, regulatory issues, settlement agreements and employment contracts.
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Work closely with colleagues across the legal team, as well as external solicitors and barristers, to deliver a high standard of advice and representation.
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Build trusted relationships with stakeholders and help navigate challenging employment disputes.
About You
You'll ideally have:
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A qualification as a Solicitor or equivalent, with at least 2 years' PQE.
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A solid background in employment law, particularly contentious matters and litigation.
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Experience managing your own caseload and handling Employment Tribunal claims.
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The confidence to advise on sensitive, complex and potentially high-value disputes.
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Strong communication skills and the ability to explain legal issues clearly and practically.
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Experience in professional discipline or regulatory matters would be a bonus.
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Advocacy experience would be welcomed, but it's not essential.
What's on Offer?
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Salary: £50,000-£60,000.
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Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave, with the potential for a permanent opportunity thereafter.
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Hybrid working: Two days in the office and three days from home.
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Pension: Generous employer pension contribution.
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Annual leave: 33 days plus bank holidays.
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Additional benefits: Free parking and a supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development.
Interested?
In-House Employment Solicitor 12M FTC (£50K - £60K)
If you're an Employment Solicitor considering a move in-house, this could be a really good next step. You'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful, challenging cases while benefiting from a collaborative team and a flexible working arrangement. xiskglj
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