Job Title: Employment Solicitor
Location: Northampton
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
PQE: NQ+
About the Firm
A long-established and respected regional law firm with offices in Northampton is seeking an ambitious Employment Solicitor to join its dedicated Employment Law team. The firm is known for its high-quality legal advice, strong client relationships, and supportive, down-to-earth culture. It acts for a broad range of clients, including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, and individuals, across the Midlands and beyond.
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified or early post-qualified solicitor to develop their career in a busy and well-regarded Employment Department. You will work on a varied mix of contentious and non-contentious employment matters, advising both employers and employees.
Typical work will include:
Advising employers on day-to-day HR and employment law issues
Drafting employment contracts, policies, and staff handbooks
Handling Employment Tribunal claims from inception to resolution
Advising on settlement agreements and redundancy matters
Supporting corporate transactions with employment law input (TUPE, due diligence, etc.)
Assisting with business development, client training sessions, and marketing initiatives
You will be supported by experienced employment law partners and solicitors, offering excellent supervision, exposure to quality work, and clear opportunities for progression.About You
Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (NQ-3 years' PQE)
Demonstrable interest and experience in employment law (training seat or post-qualification experience preferred)
Strong technical and drafting skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Commercially aware and client-focused
Motivated, organised, and keen to grow within a supportive team environmentBenefits
Competitive salary and benefits package
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Exposure to high-quality, varied employment law work
Genuine prospects for development and career progression
Modern offices in central Northampton with hybrid working optionsIf this is of interest, please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge today for a highly confidential chat