Job Description
Employment Solicitor / Legal Executive - 3 to 5 years PQE upwards
Location Telford Office
Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Competitive salary based upon experience
A modern and forward-thinking legal practice is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Employment Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their Employment team. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional looking to work on a varied and contentious caseload while providing commercial and practical HR and employment law advice to clients.
The Role:
* Handle a diverse Employment Tribunal caseload (approximately 2530% of the role, predominantly Respondent defence).
* Provide HR and employment law advice to a portfolio of retained business clients (approximately 2025 clients), including SMEs, independent schools, care homes, and professional practices.
* Support clients through bespoke documentation, on-site attendances, co-chairing employee hearings, and delivering HR training to managers.
* Occasional travel to client premises is required (full driving license and own vehicle essential).
Skills & Experience:
* 3 to 5+ years PQE in Employment Law, with proven experience managing a varied tribunal caseload.
* Experience providing HR and employment law advice to employers.
* Previous experience advising professional sector clients and delivering HR training is advantageous but not essential.
* Excellent organisational, written, and IT skills; proficiency in MS Office. Experience with case management systems desirable.
* Strong attention to detail, ability to work under pressure, commercial mindset, and excellent client service skills.
Whats on Offer:
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* Full-time, permanent position.
* Up to 34 days annual leave, including bank holidays and Christmas shutdown.
* Company pension and private medical insurance.
* On-site parking.
* Flexible working: opportunity to work from home one day per week after probation.
* Excellent career development prospects, including potential to develop the contentious employment division.
This role is ideal for a motivated legal professional looking to advance their career in employment law while providing commercial and practical solutions to clients.
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