Employment Solicitor

Employment Solicitor About the Firm Our client is a well-established, full-service law firm based in Staffordshire, known for providing high-quality legal services across a diverse range of practice areas. With a strong client-focused approach and a collaborative working environment, the firm has built a solid reputation for delivering both commercial and personal legal solutions. Due to continued growth, they are now looking for a talented and motivated Employment Solicitor to join their successful Employment Law team. Role Overview As an Employment Solicitor, you will manage a diverse range of both contentious and non-contentious employment matters. The role involves providing expert legal advice and representation to both employer (respondent) and employee (claimant) clients across various employment law issues. Key Responsibilities * Managing a varied caseload of employment matters, including: * Unfair dismissal, discrimination, redundancy, TUPE, breach of contract, and whistleblowing. * Offering advice on both contentious and non-contentious issues, such as day-to-day HR matters, drafting employment contracts, policies, procedures, and resolving workplace disputes. * Representing clients at Employment Tribunals in matters like unfair dismissal, discrimination claims, and other employment-related disputes. * Providing clear, practical, and commercially focused advice to employer clients on workplace procedures, grievance handling, and compliance with employment laws. * Supporting claimants through employment disputes with employers, ensuring sensitive handling of personal employment matters. * Drafting settlement agreements, employment contracts, staff handbooks, and other employment-related documentation. * Participating in business development, networking, and building strong client relationships. Skills & Experience Required * PQE: 1-3 years as an Employment Solicitor, with a solid understanding of both contentious and non-contentious employment law. * Experience advising both employer (respondent) and employee (claimant) clients. * Ability to manage a diverse caseload with minimal supervision. * Experience representing clients in Employment Tribunal cases. * Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to provide clear, concise, and commercially focused advice. * Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. * Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships and collaborate effectively within a team. * Desirable Qualities * A proactive approach to business development and client relationship management. * Confidence in delivering presentations and training sessions on employment law topics to clients. * Experience working with clients from various sectors, including SMEs, public sector organisations, and individual employees. What's on Offer * Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. * A supportive and friendly working environment with excellent opportunities for career growth. * Exposure to a broad range of clients and high-quality work across different industries. * Ongoing professional development and training to help you progress within the firm. To apply for the position of Employment Solicitor please contact Nicholas Fear BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.