Job Title: Employment Solicitor (2+ years PQE)
Location: Harrogate
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Hours: Full-time, 36.25 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Legal 500 Firm
About the Role
We are seeking a talented Employment Solicitor with around 2+ years' post-qualification experience to join a highly respected Legal 500-ranked practice in Harrogate. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a diverse mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, within a friendly and supportive team environment.
The friendly, Employment department works closely with both employers and employees, offering practical, commercially focused advice.
Key Responsibilities
Managing a varied caseload of employment law matters including contracts, policies, redundancy, disciplinary, grievance, discrimination, and TUPE issues.
Advising clients on both contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
Representing clients in employment tribunals and managing pre-claim negotiations.
Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, settlement agreements, and HR policies.
Working closely with colleagues across the firm to provide joined-up legal support to clients.
Contributing to business development and client relationship management activities.
About You
Qualified Solicitor with around 2+ years PQE in employment law
Solid technical expertise and up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation.
Experience advising both employers and employees.
Strong communication skills with the ability to build trust and rapport with clients.
Commercially minded and solution-focused.
Benefits
22 days holiday to start (increasing with service) + Christmas closure + birthday off + bank holidays
4% employer pension contribution from day one
Health insurance, death in service benefit, and hybrid working after 6-month probation
Supportive and collaborative working culture
Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development
How to Apply
If you are an ambitious Employment Solicitor seeking to work on quality matters within a highly regarded Harrogate-based firm, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Steph at Simpson Judge for a confidential conversation