Employment Solicitor NQ-6 PQE

Overview

In this role, you will manage a diverse mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters for a Lancashire practice with a strong reputation. You’ll advise both employers and individuals on issues such as unfair dismissal, discrimination, redundancy and TUPE, while maintaining client contact and, where suitable, advocacy at Employment Tribunals. You’ll collaborate with senior lawyers on more complex matters and have clear opportunities for progression within a supportive, flexible environment. This is a chance to contribute to high-quality employment work and help grow the firm’s client base.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible working arrangements
• competitive salary and benefits package
• strong supervision
• clear opportunities for progression

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload of contentious and non-contentious employment matters
• Advise on unfair dismissal, discrimination, redundancy and TUPE
• Maintain client contact and build strong client relationships
• Advocate at Employment Tribunals where appropriate
• Collaborate with experienced senior lawyers on complex matters

Key requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• Between NQ and 6 years’ PQE with experience in employment law
• Confident managing own caseload and delivering practical legal advice
• Strong client relationship skills
• Previous advocacy experience; business development interest advantageous

• Client-focused
• Strong communication
• Relationship building
• Employment law expertise
• Advocacy at Employment Tribunals
• Case management

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