Overview
Employment Law Senior Associate | Hybrid/Remote ("in-house") | High-Growth Team | Career Progression
If you're an Employment Solicitor interested in a position with variety, support, and real scope for development, within an in-house environment—this is for you.
Responsibilities
* Cover the full range of employment issues—from straightforward unfair dismissal and unpaid wage claims to complex whistleblowing and discrimination matters, with around 80% of the work being litigious.
* Act for both employees and employers, and provide valuable non-contentious support including drafting contracts, policies, handbooks, and advising on settlement agreements.
* Exposure to varied litigation as well as advisory HR work and advocacy.
* Take ownership of your caseload, contribute to team performance, and develop your professional profile within a £3.5m revenue-generating department.
Qualifications / Requirements
* Solid experience in both contentious and non-contentious employment work.
* Experience in both litigation and advisory HR matters is preferred.
Team and Culture
Join a team known for its diversity of experience and background, including capable paralegals who’ve built strong careers without following traditional qualification routes. A collaborative environment that supports ownership of caseloads and professional development.
Work Arrangement
This is a hybrid role (3 days WFH), with openness to fully remote arrangements depending on experience. Full-time is preferred, but part-time applicants (four days or equivalent hours) are welcomed.
Training & Development
The department is committed to training and development. They currently support 7-8 apprentice solicitors and offer 4-5 internal training contracts annually, contributing to a strong junior pipeline.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Generous benefits package including up to 39 days’ holiday
* Bonus, enhanced pension, income protection, group legal protection
* Health cash plan and a culture of flexibility, inclusion, and work-life balance
How to apply
To apply, send your CV to mohamed.hamza@qedlegal.com or call 07300 236070 for a confidential chat about this role or similar opportunities in the South West.
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