Job Description
Discrimination Solicitor - NQ-2 PQE
Employment Team in Boutique Firm
£40,000-£50,000
City of London (Hybrid - 3 days from home, 2 days in office)
A strong boutique, well known for it's leading litigation work and national reach is looking for a confident Solicitor to join their employment practice focusing on discrimination matters. The team handles a mixture of legal aid (30%) and privately funded (70%) matters including harassment, unfair dismissal, constructive dismissal, and beach of contract, focusing on assisting individuals under the equalities act.
The firm gains a significant caseload via word of mouth, leading to a period of prolonged expansion. They are current is looking for a junior Solicitor with employment experience and (ideally) experience working with the LAA. They offer excellent flexibility including 3 days from home, great opportunities for advancement. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior lawyer who is looking for their next step up to a highly reputable firm!
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing a caseload of claimant employments matters, focusing on discrimination cases, with supervision from senior Solicitors.
* Attend tribunals when necessary, assisting clients from initiation to conclusion.
* Support Senior team members on larger more complex matters.
* Deliver outstanding client service, with relationship building and a sound understanding of client requirements.
* Communicating with the LAA in regards to funding matters (30% of cases).
* Assist with the continued development of the firm.
Skills and Experience:
* UK qualified Employment Solicitor with 0 - 2 years PQE (other levels will be considered) from a reputable firm.
* A demonstrated track record and an enthusiasm for employment law and compassionate matters.
* Technically strong, with a good academic background.
* A passionate personality with an enthusiasm for personal development with strong interpersonal skills.
Desirable Skills (Non-essential)
* Experience working with the LAA on publicly funded matters.
This firm offers an excellent opportunity to join a city firm well known for their leading work. As renumeration, they offer a competitive salary excellent flexibility, and a benefits package available on request. They maintain a good work/life balance and high levels of support and training.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Kalan Thomas at kalan@lrlegal.co.uk or call for a confidential discussion on 0208 078 9231 (office hours) or 07517 456559 (out of office hours).