Employment Solicitor | Friendly Firm | Hybrid | Part time hours can be considerd
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Employment Solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE to join a small, well-established law firm in Staffordshire.
The role offers a varied mix of contentious and non-contentious employment work, advising both employer and employee clients. You’ll have the opportunity to manage your own matters, build lasting client relationships and play an important role within a close-knit team.
The firm is open to considering part-time hours, making this an attractive opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor looking for a degree of flexibility alongside interesting and varied work.
The Work will include:
- Advising both employers and employees on a broad range of employment matters.
- Handling Employment Tribunal claims, including unfair dismissal and discrimination disputes.
- Advising on disciplinary, grievance and performance management issues.
- Supporting clients with redundancies, restructures and TUPE matters.
- Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, policies and settlement agreements.
- Providing day-to-day employment law advice and guidance.
- Managing your own caseload from initial instruction through to resolution.
- Supporting clients with negotiations and dispute resolution.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with a varied client base.
- Contributing to the continued development of the firm's employment offering.
About You
We’re looking for a solicitor who:
- Has 5+ years’ PQE in Employment Law.
- Has experience advising both employer and employee clients.
- Is confident handling a mixture of contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
- Has strong technical, drafting and negotiation skills.
- Can manage their own caseload with minimal supervision.
- Has excellent communication and client care skills.
- Takes a practical and approachable approach to client advice.
- Is organised and able to manage competing priorities.
- Enjoys building relationships and contributing to a small team.
- Is proactive, commercially aware and keen to play an active role in the practice.
What's on Offer
- The opportunity to join a friendly and established Staffordshire law firm.
- A varied caseload covering both employer and employee work.
- Genuine autonomy and direct client responsibility.
- A close-knit working environment where your contribution will be valued.
- Flexibility around working arrangements, with part-time hours considered.
- The opportunity to develop and grow the firm's employment practice.
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
Next Steps
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact: Nicholas Fear on 0161 672 3112 or nicholas.fear@saccomann.com