Employment Solicitor

This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected Employment Law team based in Eton. The role offers a competitive salary of £50,000+ (DOE), excellent progression opportunities, and an outstanding benefits package — including generous leave, life insurance, and flexible hybrid working (just 1–2 days per week in the office for the right candidate).

About the Firm:

My client is a well-established law firm with a strong reputation in claimant employment law, acting for both private individuals and trade union members. The firm values professionalism, empathy, and collaboration, offering a supportive environment where career growth and work-life balance are genuinely encouraged.

Employment Solicitor — Position Overview:

• Manage your own varied employment law caseload
• Act for claimants in both litigated and non-litigated matters
• Handle settlement agreements and negotiate favourable outcomes
• Provide legal advice to union officers through the firm’s advice line
• Support Partners and Senior Solicitors on complex, high-value matters
• Maintain compliance with procedural and regulatory standards
• Manage financial aspects of files (WIP, disbursements, billing, and profitability)
• Deliver excellent client care and timely communication throughout each case
• Contribute to firm-wide business objectives and team growth

Requirements of the Employment Solicitor:

• Qualified Solicitor with a valid, clean Practising Certificate
• NQ+ PQE in Employment Law (claimant experience preferred)
• Strong academic background and technical knowledge of employment litigation
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Professional, empathetic, and solution-focused approach
• Strong organisation, time management, and problem-solving abilities
• Confident user of Microsoft Office and case management systems
• Commercial awareness and commitment to service excellence

The Benefits for the Employment Solicitor role:

• Salary from £50,000+ (DOE)
• 20 days’ annual leave rising to 25 after probation
• Birthday leave — never work on your birthday
• Full paid Christmas closure (25 Dec – 1 Jan) in addition to annual leave
• Life insurance (2x salary)
• Health cash plan, 24/7 GP access & online health assessments
• Perks & discounts app (shopping, lifestyle, wellbeing)
• Gym discounts & digital fitness subscriptions
• Employee Assistance Programme with counselling & mental health support
• Paid professional memberships (APIL / CIPD / AVMA)
• SRA practising certificate fully funded
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay (top-up to 100% for 3 months where eligible)
• Agile working policy — 1–2 days per week in the office for the right candidate
• Recognition for work anniversaries and achievements

If you’re an Employment Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference BH-37441

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