Nq - 2pqe employment solicitor

Job Description

Employment Solicitor (NQ – 2 PQE)

Top Tier Cardiff Practice | Legal 500 Ranked Team

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a junior employment solicitor (NQ–2 PQE) to join a leading Cardiff practice, recognised in the Legal 500 for its strength and depth in employment law.

You will become part of a highly regarded, experienced and supportive team, working closely alongside senior lawyers within a collaborative office-based environment that is focused on learning, development and delivering high-quality client service.

The Role

This is an ideal opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor or those in the early stages of their career to gain exposure to a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters.

The role is office-based, providing invaluable day-to-day access to an experienced team, enabling hands-on training, mentoring and close client involvement from the outset.

Candidate Profile

• Newly Qualified to 2 years’ PQE in employment law (or with a strong seat in employment)
• Solid technical grounding and a keen interest in developing a career in employment law
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• A proactive and team-oriented approach
• A genuine enthusiasm to learn and progress within a top-ranked team

Why Apply?

• Join a Legal 500-recognised team with an excellent reputation
• Work in an office-based, collaborative environment alongside highly experienced lawyers
• Benefit from a supportive and structured development culture
• Gain exposure to high-quality clients and varied work
• Clear and achievable progression opportunities

Additional Advantage

• Welsh language skills are welcomed, reflecting the firm’s strong presence in Wales, though this is not essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity to launch your career within a leading Cardiff firm offering top-quality work, strong mentorship, and long-term development.