Join a collaborative team advising on high-quality employment work across contentious and advisory matters
Employment Solicitor (2‑6 PQE)
Newcastle | Hybrid Working | £55,000 - £65,000 + Benefits
A well-regarded national law firm is seeking a technically strong Employment Solicitor (2‑6 PQE) to join its growing Newcastle team.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop a broad and varied employment practice, with exposure to contentious, non-contentious and transactional work, alongside genuine client responsibility from an early stage.
A growing team advising on a range of employment matters
You will work closely with experienced colleagues on a wide range of employment matters, advising a diverse client base including business owners, HR professionals, in‑house counsel, public and private sector organisations, and senior executives.
The team offers a supportive and collaborative environment, combined with high-quality work and strong opportunities for progression.
Role overview
* Advising on a full spectrum of employment law matters
* Drafting employment contracts, policies and documentation
* Supporting on employee relations issues, including disciplinary and grievance matters
* Handling Employment Tribunal claims, including discrimination and whistleblowing cases
* Advising on dismissals, redundancies and restructuring exercises
* Supporting corporate transactions, including TUPE matters
* Assisting with workplace investigations
* Building and maintaining strong client relationships
* Collaborating with colleagues across other practice areas
* Contributing to business development initiatives
Commercially focused candidates with a passion for employment law
The partners are looking for ambitious lawyers who want to help continue to build this highly regarded employment offering. In particular, you should:
* Be a qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with 2‑6 years’ PQE
* Have experience across contentious, advisory and transactional employment work
* Be confident managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision
* Have developed strong commercial awareness and ability to deliver pragmatic advice
* An excellent communication and organisational skills
* A team player with a proactive and flexible approach
Want to find out more?
If you are interested in joining a vibrant and growing employment practice please do not hesitate to contact us for a confidential discussion or apply to find out more.
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