Job Description
Employment Solicitor (2+ years') – Edinburgh
A leading Scottish firm is seeking an Employment Solicitor to join its well-established Employment team in Edinburgh. The team advises a diverse client base across the UK and internationally and is known for delivering pragmatic, commercially focused employment law advice.
This role is suited to a Solicitor with 2+ years' PQE who is looking to build on their experience within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
The Role
You will advise on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, including:
* Employment tribunal litigation, including drafting ET3s, preparing witness statements and advocacy
* Advising clients on day-to-day HR and employee relations matters
* Drafting, reviewing and updating employment contracts, policies and procedures
* Negotiating and drafting settlement agreements
* Providing employment law support on corporate and commercial transactions
* Assisting with and delivering client training sessions
There is also scope to contribute to business development activity and, for those with an interest, to develop a specialism in immigration over time.
About You
The firm is keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:
* 2+ years' post-qualification experience in employment law within a commercial firm
* Experience managing a varied caseload across advisory and tribunal matters
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* A practical, client-focused and solutions-driven approach
* Ability to work collaboratively and manage competing priorities
On Offer
* High-quality, varied employment work
* Clear and structured career development pathways
* A supportive and inclusive culture
* Exposure to UK-wide and cross-border matters
For more information, please contact Melissa Tang at G2 Legal for a confidential discussion or please apply with an up to date CV.
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