Employment Solicitor/FCILEX OR Senior Paralegal - Bristol/Leeds

Employment Solicitor/Legal Executive (FCILEX) OR Senior Employment Paralegal Location: Bristol or Leeds | Hybrid Working | Full-time or Part-time

An established national law firm is looking to recruit an Employment Solicitor or FCILEx to join its growing Employment team, with opportunities available for candidates based within commutable distance of either Bristol or Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for an employment lawyer with experience managing their own caseload to join a supportive and collaborative team, handling a varied mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters. Hybrid working is offered, with an expectation of just 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home each week. Applications are welcomed from candidates seeking either full-time or part-time hours.

The Role

• Advising clients on potential Employment Tribunal claims and managing matters through to conclusion.
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements and other relevant documentation.
• Negotiating settlements and advising on settlement agreements.
• Instructing counsel and advocates where appropriate.
• Ensuring compliance with insurer service level agreements and maintaining high standards of client service.
• Assisting with non-contentious employment work, including employment contracts, staff handbooks and workplace policies.
• Providing proactive and reactive employment law advice to commercial clients, including telephone-based advisory work.
• Supporting business development initiatives, including preparing employment law updates and delivering client training.

There may also be opportunities to assist with the supervision and development of junior case handlers.

About You

The firm is keen to hear from qualified Employment Solicitors, Barristers or FCILEx lawyers who have a genuine interest in employment law and are confident managing their own caseload. You will ideally demonstrate:

• Previous experience in employment law, either post-qualification or through relevant pre-qualification experience.
• The ability to independently manage employment matters and take ownership of case strategy.
• Experience handling Employment Tribunal claims.
• Strong communication, organisation and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines.
• A commercially minded approach, with the ability to deliver practical and effective advice.
• A collaborative attitude and willingness to contribute to the wider team.

Candidates with comparable experience who are working towards qualification may also be considered.

What's on Offer?

• Hybrid working: 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home.
• Location flexibility: Bristol or Leeds office.
• Full-time or part-time working arrangements considered.
• A varied and interesting employment caseload.
• A supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development.
• Competitive annual leave and wider welfare benefits.
• Health cash plan and gym/lifestyle benefits.
• Recognition and employee referral schemes.
• Ongoing training and development, including routes to qualification where applicable.

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