Job Description
Employment Solicitor
Leicester
Full Time | Permanent
Competitive Salary + Benefits
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a talented Employment Solicitor (2PQE+) to join a busy and well-established Employment Law & HR team within a highly regarded legal 500 ranked law firm. This role is ideal for a solicitor specialising in employment law who is looking to take the next step in their career within a progressive and collaborative environment.
The Role
Working as part of a specialist Employment Law & HR team, you will manage your own varied caseload while also supporting the firm’s wider commercial departments on employment-related matters.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Advising a commercial client base on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment and HR matters
* Handling redundancy and TUPE matters
* Drafting and advising on employment contracts, policies and procedures
* Providing day-to-day HR advice and guidance
* Managing employee claims and grievances (respondent work)
* Supporting senior colleagues and collaborating across departments
* Contributing to business development and maintaining strong client relationships
* Ensuring compliance with risk management procedures and maintaining high standards of client care
About You
* Qualified Solicitor with 2–3 years’ PQE in employment law
* Experience managing a respondent caseload
* Strong communication and client management skills
* Able to deliver clear, commercially focused advice
* A collaborative team player with ambition and a desire to contribute to departmental growth
The Firm & Benefits
* Opportunity to join a highly regarded regional practice
* Clear progression pathways
* Supportive and collaborative culture
* Modern offices in Leicester
* Private Medical Insurance and Death in Service (after qualifying period)
* On-site parking
* Hybrid working options (subject to role requirements)
This is an excellent opportunity for a career-driven Employment Solicitor seeking quality work, strong support, and genuine progression within a respected regional firm.
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch on 07585 152683 or stanley.wilson@simpsonjudge.co.uk