Employment Solicitor

Employment Solicitor – Leading Commercial Firm in Luton
Salary: Up to £65,000 (DOE) | Flexible Working Considered | Excellent Benefits

I’m working in partnership with a well-established and commercially focused law firm, highly regarded for its pragmatic and business-savvy approach to employment law. Based in the firm’s Luton office, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join a growing and collaborative team.

The Role:
You’ll be joining a highly regarded Employment team, working alongside two Partners, a junior solicitor, and a trainee, offering advice to a varied client base across a broad spectrum of industries. The team is known for delivering straightforward, commercially-minded solutions for businesses both with and without internal HR support, as well as supporting senior employees in personal matters.

This is a varied role where you’ll be involved in:

• Providing day-to-day employment law advice (both contentious and non-contentious)
• Representing clients in Employment Tribunal matters, including advocacy
• Advising on TUPE, redundancy processes, business reorganisations, and employment terminations
• Assisting with the employment aspects of corporate transactions (due diligence, warranties/indemnities, etc.)
• Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements
• Leading on business development initiatives including articles, webinars, and networking events
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and trainees

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Solicitor with 3+ years’ PQE in employment law
• Strong experience across both contentious and non-contentious matters
• Ideally, exposure to corporate support/transactional employment work
• Commercial acumen and ability to deliver practical, client-focused advice
• Proven track record of meeting financial targets
• Excellent communication, drafting and client relationship skills
• A proactive and collaborative approach with a desire to progress

Part-time working will be considered for the right candidate.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary up to £65,000, dependent on experience
• 33 days’ holiday (including Bank Holidays) plus an extra day off for your birthday
• Group Life Assurance from day one
• Pension scheme with salary exchange option
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Full remote IT set-up and ongoing training support
• Friendly, inclusive team culture with regular social events and CSR involvement
• Excellent career progression – with clear pathways to Associate and beyond

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Employment Solicitor looking to make their mark in a respected team, with plenty of scope for development and the support to grow your practice.

Apply now for consideration.