Employment Solicitor in King's Lynn

Job Title: Employment Associate

Location: Norwich

Firm: Legal 500

Salary: Competitive (DOE)

About the Role

A leading national law firm is seeking a talented Employment Associate to join its established Norwich-based team. The firm is recognised for high-quality client service, a collaborative working culture and a diverse client base spanning commercial organisations, public bodies, healthcare providers, and education institutions. This role offers exposure to interesting and complex work, hands-on client contact and a clear pathway for career development.

Role Overview

You will handle a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, supporting clients with day-to-day HR issues as well as strategic and high-value projects. The role provides the opportunity to work closely with senior lawyers, develop specialist expertise and take on increasing responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on a full range of employment law issues, including disciplinaries, grievances, performance management, discrimination, redundancy, whistleblowing, contractual matters and TUPE.
• Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, service agreements, policies and associated HR documentation.
• Managing Employment Tribunal claims from start to finish, including drafting pleadings, witness statements and assisting with advocacy where appropriate.
• Supporting corporate transactions through due diligence, advising on employment aspects and handling TUPE processes.
• Delivering training sessions and workshops to clients on employment law developments and best practice.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives.
• Supervising and mentoring junior colleagues and trainees where required.

Skills & Experience

• Qualified solicitor (typically NQ–4 PQE) with demonstrable experience in employment law.
• Strong understanding of UK employment legislation and case law.
• Experience advising on both contentious and advisory matters.
• Excellent drafting, communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload, prioritise effectively and work to deadlines.
• Commercial awareness and a client-focused mindset.

Personal Attributes

• A collaborative and proactive team player.
• Confident in dealing with clients and building rapport.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Motivated, adaptable and committed to ongoing professional development.

What’s on Offer

• High-quality and varied employment work with a diverse client base.
• Supportive team environment with clear career progression opportunities.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If this is of interest, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat.