Job Description
Job Title: Employment Solicitor / Fee Earner (1–5 PQE) – Team Lead
Location: Redcar, UK
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and driven Employment Solicitor or Fee Earner with 1–5 years\’ post-qualification experience to lead and develop our emerging Employment Law team based in Redcar. This is an exciting opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their career, combining fee-earning responsibilities with a leadership role.
You will play a key part in building the employment department, shaping strategy, and delivering expert legal services to a growing client base of both individuals and businesses.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a varied caseload of employment law matters, including:
Unfair dismissal
Discrimination claims
Redundancy and restructuring
Settlement agreements
Employment contracts, policies, and procedures
Represent clients in Employment Tribunals and negotiations.
Support the firm\’s business development activities in employment law.
Provide supervision and mentorship to junior team members as the department grows.
Stay up to date with changes in employment legislation and case law.
Work closely with partners to build the employment law offering.
Requirements
Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or experienced Fee Earner with 1–5 years\’ PQE in employment law.
Strong experience advising both employees and employers on contentious and non-contentious matters.
Proven ability to manage your own caseload independently.
Ambition and leadership qualities to grow a new team.
Excellent client care, communication, and business development skills.
Benefits
Competitive salary depending on experience
Leadership opportunity within a growing firm
Supportive, forward-thinking working environment
Career progression and development opportunities
Pension scheme
Flexible working arrangements considered
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