At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a diverse caseload of employment law matters and provide HR advisory support.
- Company: Established regional law firm with a supportive and progressive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, generous leave, and performance bonuses.
- Other info: Opportunities for partnership and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and advance your career in employment law.
- Qualifications: 5+ years PQE in Employment Law with strong technical and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Location: Poole – Hybrid 2 days a week in the office
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm)
Salary: Very Competitive
A well established regional law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Law Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join its expanding team in Poole. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior level candidate to take on a broad mix of contentious and non contentious work, with strong prospects for progression and long term career development. The role is primarily office based, with the option of two days per week working from home following probation.
The Role
- You will work as part of the Corporate and Commercial team, alongside another Employment Law Solicitor, managing a varied caseload of employment matters.
- Drafting employment contracts, policies, and handbooks
- Handling disputes, unfair dismissal, and discrimination cases
- Providing HR advisory support on disciplinaries, grievances, and redundancies
- Advising on employment law aspects of corporate transactions, including due diligence
- Advising on TUPE and business transfers
- Delivering employment law training sessions for clients
- Managing your own caseload efficiently and meeting fee earning targets
- Supporting business development and marketing initiatives
- Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and support staff where required
- Ensuring compliance with firm procedures and maintaining high professional standards
Candidate Requirements
- 5+ years’ PQE in Employment Law
- Strong technical knowledge across both contentious and non contentious matters
- Experience drafting contracts and resolving employer/employee disputes
- Working knowledge of the Employment Tribunal system
- Experience supervising junior team members (advantageous)
- Proven ability to meet fee earning, time recording, and billing targets
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong negotiation and marketing abilities
- High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Ability to manage a busy caseload while working collaboratively within a team
- High level of initiative, reliability, and professional integrity
- Own transport
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working
- 33.5 days annual leave plus an additional half day for your birthday
- Buy and sell holiday scheme
- Pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Occupational sick pay
- Discretionary performance related annual bonus
- Client referral scheme payments
- Discounted legal fees
- Health Cash Plan
- Supportive working environment with clear progression pathways
- Opportunities for partnership for the right candidate
The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.
Employment Law Solicitor – Poole – 5+ Years PQE – Poole employer: Wagstaff Recruitment
Join a well-established regional law firm in Poole, where you will thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment that champions diversity and offers clear pathways for career progression. With competitive salaries, hybrid working options, and generous benefits including 33.5 days of annual leave, this firm is dedicated to fostering employee growth and ensuring a rewarding work-life balance.
