Employment Solicitor – Belfast
Employment Solicitor, Belfast, Suit 1-3 years + PQE. Overview Our client, a leading law firm based in Belfast City Centre, is seeking an Employment Lawyer to join their established and highly respected Employment team. This role offers the opportunity to work exclusively on claimant‑side matters, representing trade unions and their members across a wide range of Employment Tribunal claims.
* Tribunal Casework – Advise and represent clients (primarily trade union members) in Employment Tribunal matters including unfair dismissal, discrimination, equal pay, breach of contract, whistleblowing and holiday pay claims. Manage a varied caseload of both individual and high‑profile multi‑claimant actions.
* Prepare tribunal documentation including ET1/ET3 forms, witness statements and bundles.
* Conduct advocacy at preliminary and, where appropriate, full hearings (or support counsel where required).
* Client Advisory & Support – Provide clear, pragmatic advice to clients at all stages of the tribunal process. Build strong relationships with trade union partners and their members. Participate in meetings, case reviews and ongoing strategy discussions.
* Team Collaboration – Work closely with colleagues across the Employment team to deliver a cohesive and high‑quality service. Contribute to knowledge sharing and development within the department.
* Qualified Solicitor with 23+ years PQE, or Barrister with proven employment law and tribunal advocacy experience, or Career Legal Executive/HR professional with significant employment tribunal experience.
* Experience handling claimant or respondent tribunal cases.
* Strong advocacy skills and confidence presenting before the Tribunal (or supporting tribunal preparation).
* Excellent communication, drafting and organisational skills.
* Ability to manage a busy and varied caseload with competing deadlines.
* A genuine interest in claimant‑focused work and social‑justice aligned practice.
Whats on Offer – Opportunity to join a well‑regarded Belfast City Centre firm with an excellent reputation in claimant employment work. Exposure to high‑calibre, impactful cases including ongoing multi‑claimant actions. Supportive team environment with strong development opportunities. Competitive salary and benefits package, reflective of experience.
AVANTIA – Freelance Employment Lawyer
We’re looking for an experienced qualified lawyer to join Avantia on a freelance/consultancy basis to spearhead the negotiation of investment‑related NDAs, Engagement Letters, joinder agreements and non‑reliance letters. You’ll manage every phase of the contract process – from initial review and negotiation, guided by client playbooks, all the way through to document execution.
* Comfortable with a fast‑paced, changing and dynamic environment with the ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
* Efficient – manage multiple tasks and competing demands and deadlines.
* Committed to delivering a quality service to our clients with a strong work ethic.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong grasp of relevant legal concepts combined with a commercial and pragmatic outlook.
* Licensed to practice Law in the UK, Europe, USA or Canada.
* 5+ years postgraduate corporate/transactional law experience, either in‑house or private practice.
* Familiarity with asset managers, investment banks or other financial services firms preferably but not essential.
* Experienced with independently negotiating investment related NDAs and Engagement Letters.
Compensation – paid on a fixed per‑document basis (details discussed during the first screening call with our Talent Team).
Recruitment Process – Call with Talent Team → Contract mark‑up exercise (independent task) → Interview with Legal Directors.
Honeycomb – Legal Secretary – Belfast
This role provides an excellent opportunity to offer full secretarial and administrative support to solicitors across a busy Healthcare department. The position suits a Legal Secretary with experience in a fast‑paced legal environment, particularly those familiar with regulatory matters, professional defence work, or client‑facing legal support.
* Draft, format, and proofread correspondence, contracts, and legal documents.
* Manage documents including filing, preparing reports, minutes, and other legal materials.
* Maintain accurate digital and physical files, ensuring case records are up to date.
* Dictate and transcribe audio files and notes as required.
* Undertake general administrative duties to support the team.
* Assist with case preparation and file organisation.
* Liaise professionally with clients, colleagues, and partners.
* Prioritise workload effectively to meet deadlines in a busy environment.
* Deliver a high standard of service and professionalism at all times.
Contact – Send an up‑to‑date CV via the provided link or contact Caoimhe Fairfield at Honeycomb.
Employment Law Solicitor – Twickenham (London/Middlesex)
We are recruiting an Employment Law Solicitor of 2‑5 years PQE to join a highly established law firm based close to Twickenham.
* Responsibilities – Handle both contentious and non‑contentious matters, including unfair and wrongful dismissal, redundancy, restrictive covenants, discrimination, equal opportunities, TUPE transfers, disciplinary and grievance procedures, breach of contract, harassment, and advocacy in the Employment Tribunal.
* Qualifications – Solicitor admitted in England & Wales with 2‑5 years PQE, strong technical knowledge and a commercial, solutions‑focused approach, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, business development experience.
* Benefits – Salary £60 000‑70 000 (dependent on experience), 28 days holiday + bank holidays, auto‑enrolment pension.
For more information please contact Victoria Kemp quoted reference 37493.
Legal Counsel – In‑House (NI – Remote)
A leading financial services organisation is seeking a Legal Counsel on a 12‑month contract to join its Unsecured Lending and Financial Health & Support Legal team.
* Provide practical, commercial legal advice to non‑lawyers and align with business priorities.
* Support initiatives to improve legal team processes and efficiency, including leveraging AI and other legal technology.
* Manage legal costs effectively using e‑billing and other cost‑management tools.
* Contribute to a culture of financial discipline and strong internal controls.
* Qualified solicitor with experience providing legal and commercial advice on transactions and projects.
* Understanding of Retail, Premier, and Private Banking operations and the associated legal and regulatory environment.
* Commercially curious, tech‑savvy, and committed to leveraging AI and legal technology.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex legal issues to non‑legal stakeholders.
* Experience working with external law firms, professional advisers, and consultants.
* Commitment to staying up to date with legal and market developments relevant to the banking sector.
Primarily remote role for UK‑based candidates, with occasional office attendance required (≈2‑3 days/month). Flexible working options available.
Legal Secretary – Carrickfergus
Role performed Monday‑Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, permanent position with flexibility available. Responsibilities include typing, filing, preparing court documents, managing statutory returns, making telephone calls, and supporting the firm’s administration.
* Draft, format, and proofread correspondence, contracts, and legal documents.
* Manage documents including filing, reporting, minutes, and other legal materials.
* Maintain accurate digital and physical files.
* Dictate and transcribe audio files and notes.
* Assist with case preparation and file organisation.
* Liaise professionally with clients, colleagues, and partners.
* Prioritise workload to meet deadlines.
* Deliver a high standard of service and professionalism.
Contact – For further information, apply via the provided link or contact Jack Groves via Vanrath.
Legal Secretary – Litigation (Belfast City Centre)
Assisting a lead firm in Belfast City Centre with recruitment of a Legal Secretary for litigation. The role is Monday‑Friday with flexibility available.
* All forms of typing/audio typing, letters, faxes, memos, emails, documents.
* Preparation of court documents and briefs.
* Preparation of documents and filing of statutory returns.
* Making telephone calls and receiving telephone messages on behalf of the solicitor.
* Sending and receiving e‑mail messages on behalf of the solicitor.
* Making appointments and keeping records and contacts up to date.
* Managing diaries, filing, faxing, copy‑and‑scanning duties.
* Being a support to the firm and the wider team.
Contact – For further information, apply via the link or contact Jack Groves via Vanrath.
Legal Administrative Assistant – Mercer (Belfast)
Seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support both the London and Belfast teams, based in the Belfast office. Hybrid role requiring at least three days a week in the office.
* Manage and oversee all aspects of the UK Legal mailbox.
* Review incoming emails and other documents, promptly distributing them to the appropriate recipients.
* Maintain correspondence and data files, ensuring accurate record‑keeping.
* Prepare reports and documents (e.g., PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
* Assist colleagues with administrative duties and internal projects.
* Communicate effectively with stakeholders across all levels.
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
* Self‑driven and proactive, able to work independently.
* Minimum 1 year of experience providing administrative support in a professional environment.
Benefits – Hybrid work, competitive salary, pension scheme, private medical scheme, cycle‑to‑work, generous annual leave, staff well‑being initiatives.
Legal Advisor – Charity Commission for Northern Ireland
The Commission is a non‑departmental public body sponsoring the Department for Communities, regulating the charity sector in Northern Ireland. We seek a permanent Legal Advisor to provide expert legal advice on charity legislation, represent the Commission in tribunal appeals, and advise on governance, contracts, and employment issues.
* Admitted as a Solicitor or Barrister in Northern Ireland with a current practising certificate.
* Minimum 3 years post‑qualification experience in trust and/or company and/or property and/or contract law.
* Experience providing legal advice, preparing reports, instructing counsel, and representing clients in court/tribunal proceedings.
* Annual salary £47,304 with employer pension contribution.
* Annual leave 37 days plus public and bank holidays.
* Hybrid and smart working policies, 37‑hour working week.
Contact – Send a CV and covering note via the provided link or contact Meghan Hamilton, Senior Recruitment Consultant.
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