Employment Law Solicitor

Location: York

Salary: £42,000 to £55,000

Experience: 2+ years’ PQE

Our client is looking to recruit an Employment Solicitor into its York office. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious solicitor who wants to build their career within a developing firm, with support from a Director and genuine scope to take ownership of a profitable caseload. You’ll advise a broad client base on day-to-day employment issues and more complex matters, while also playing a visible role in the growth of the department.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing a caseload of employment matters from initial instruction through to conclusion
• Advising employers and employees on a range of contentious and non-contentious issues
• Drafting and negotiating employment contracts, service agreements and workplace policies
• Advising on disciplinaries, grievances, performance management and absence issues
• Supporting clients with restructures, redundancies and TUPE matters where required
• Advising on settlement agreements and negotiating exits
• Handling Employment Tribunal claims, including drafting pleadings and witness statements where required
• Drafting correspondence, reports and legal documentation
• Maintaining strong client relationships and helping to develop relationships with third party referrers
• Keeping files and case management up to date in line with internal policies and procedures
• Staying current on relevant legal and procedural developments through training and research
• Working closely with colleagues across other departments on joint matters and projects
• Contributing to business development, marketing activity and the continued growth of the department
• Ensuring work is billed appropriately and supporting the recovery of billed costs

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales
• 2+ years’ PQE in employment law (or equivalent experience)
• Confident managing files with minimal supervision, while knowing when to elevate issues
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Excellent organisation and the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication
• A personable, diplomatic team player who builds trust with clients and colleagues

Desirable

• Experience handling Employment Tribunal matters
• Interest in business development and building referrer relationships
• Relevant accreditations or panel memberships (or willingness to work towards them)

What’s On Offer

• Salary of £42,000 to £55,000 (depending on experience)
• Full-time preferred, with part-time considered for the right candidate
• Support and supervision from a Director, with genuine autonomy as you settle in
• A broad, interesting caseload with the chance to take on more complex work
• A collaborative environment with opportunities to work across departments
• The chance to play a real part in the growth and future development of the department

Working Arrangements

York office. Full-time preferred, part-time considered.