NQ - 2PQE Employment Solicitor - Cardiff in City

NQ - 2PQE Employment Solicitor - Cardiff in City

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Simpson Judge

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Handle a range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters in a collaborative environment.
  • Company: Join a top-tier Cardiff practice recognised in the Legal 500 for employment law excellence.
  • Benefits: Enjoy structured development, mentorship, and exposure to high-quality clients.
  • Other info: Welsh language skills are welcomed but not essential.
  • Why this job: Launch your career with a supportive team and clear progression opportunities.
  • Qualifications: NQ to 2 years' PQE in employment law with strong communication skills required.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a junior employment solicitor (NQ-2 PQE) to join a leading Cardiff practice, recognised in the Legal 500 for its strength and depth in employment law. You will become part of a highly regarded, experienced and supportive team, working closely alongside senior lawyers within a collaborative office-based environment that is focused on learning, development and delivering high-quality client service.

This is an ideal opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor or those in the early stages of their career to gain exposure to a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters. The role is office-based, providing invaluable day-to-day access to an experienced team, enabling hands-on training, mentoring and close client involvement from the outset.

Candidate Profile

  • Newly Qualified to 2 years' PQE in employment law (or with a strong seat in employment)
  • Solid technical grounding and a keen interest in developing a career in employment law
  • Strong communication and client-facing skills
  • A proactive and team-oriented approach
  • A genuine enthusiasm to learn and progress within a top-ranked team

Why Apply?

  • Join a Legal 500-recognised team with an excellent reputation
  • Work in an office-based, collaborative environment alongside highly experienced lawyers
  • Benefit from a supportive and structured development culture
  • Gain exposure to high-quality clients and varied work
  • Clear and achievable progression opportunities

Additional Advantage

Welsh language skills are welcomed, reflecting the firm's strong presence in Wales, though this is not essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity to launch your career within a leading Cardiff firm offering top-quality work, strong mentorship, and long-term development.

Contact Sam Higgins at Simpson Judge for further information about this opportunity.

NQ - 2PQE Employment Solicitor - Cardiff in City employer: Simpson Judge

This leading Cardiff firm is known for its Legal 500-ranked employment team. Employees benefit from a collaborative office environment and strong mentorship. The firm offers a structured development culture and opportunities to work with high-quality clients.

Simpson Judge

Contact Details:

Simpson Judge Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace NQ - 2PQE Employment Solicitor - Cardiff in City

Employment Law
Client-Facing Skills
Communication Skills
Teamwork
Proactive Approach
Mentoring
Legal Research