Employment Solicitor | 2 PQE | Ashford Join a Legal 500-recognised regional employment team known for handling complex disputes and strategic employer advisory work. This role offers a balanced mix of contentious and non-contentious matters, close partner access and high-quality instructions, without the pressure of a City practice. The Role You will work within a specialist employment team advising a broad client base, primarily on the employer side, with some employee matters. Day-to-day HR advice including contracts, policies, disciplinaries and grievances Restructures, redundancies, reorganisations and TUPE Business protection work including restrictive covenants and team moves Employment Tribunal and High Court litigation, including discrimination and whistleblowing Settlement agreements and senior exits Partner-led work on high-risk disputes, with responsibility for your own matters Involvement in client training and business development About You Employment solicitor with 2 years' PQE Employer experience preferred, though employee-side considered Commercial, pragmatic and confident running matters with support Collaborative and client-focused What's on Offer High-quality advisory and contentious work Exposure to complex Tribunal and High Court cases Close mentoring from respected employment partners Profile-building through training and thought leadership Competitive salary and benefits Supportive culture and genuine long-term progression City-quality work without London hours The Firm A long-established regional firm with a strong Kent and South East presence. The employment team is a recognised strength, valued for technical expertise, practical advice and partner accessibility, and known internally for its collegiate, people-focused culture. Apply now or contact Harrison for a confidential discussion.