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Job Description - Employment Solicitor-Qualified


Employment Solicitor-Qualified

Hertfordshire

Excellent salary and benefits

Overview:

Have you hit a crossroads in your career as an Employment solicitor?

Are you limited in your scope, opportunities and career progression?

Our client could be your ideal career solution.

As a market leader in key family and business services for a law firm, they have become the accepted Go-to Law firm. They have expanded and developed annually and are now going through their next expansion phase.

There is a great deal of business, and you can make a real difference by growing the department and running a team in the future.

It is a great working environment with sensible hours, targets, and a friendly atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities

As an experienced, qualified employment solicitor, you will play a vital role in advising and representing clients on a broad spectrum of employment law matters. Whether working with individuals or businesses, you will offer expert guidance in navigating complex employment-related issues that may arise in the workplace.

This will include advisory services, drafting legal documents, and advocacy.



  • Contracts of employment and service agreements. Employee handbooks.

  • Discrimination and equality, and internal investigations.

  • Employee and HR rights, including grievances and disciplinary procedures

  • Redundancy processes and restructuring

  • Advice on TUPE matters and Boardroom issues.

  • Termination of employment and unfair dismissal cases, and tribunal advice

  • Understand workplace rights and employers' aiming to ensure legal compliance.

  • Drafting and reviewing legal documents. These may include:



  • Employment contracts and policies

  • Settlement agreements

  • Non-compete clauses and confidentiality agreements

  • Disciplinary and grievance procedures documentation

  • Represent clients in disputes before employment tribunals, courts, or during arbitration and mediation. Typical disputes include:



  • Unfair dismissal claims

  • Discrimination cases based on age, race, gender, or disability

  • Wage disputes and breach of contract claims

  • Whistle-blower protection cases

For corporate clients, you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations. This includes:



  • Advising on workplace policies and procedures to reduce legal risks

  • Providing training to HR teams on employment law updates

  • Supporting internal investigations and audits






Requirements



Key Skills Required











A thorough understanding of employment law is paramount. Stay updated on legislative changes, precedents, and industry-specific regulations.











Strong analytical skills allow solicitors to assess cases, identify potential issues, and craft strategic solutions.











Representing clients in tribunals or courts requires persuasive advocacy skills, confidence, and an ability to think quickly under pressure.











Educational Requirements











A qualifying law degree or a non-law degree followed by a conversion course (such as the Graduate Diploma in Law)







Legal Practice Course (LPC) or Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE)







Career Progression







With experience, you can progress to senior roles, including:







Senior Associate







Employment Law Partner






Benefits



Rewards & Benefits







The role offers significant rewards, including:







An excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package







Hybrid working







The opportunity to make a positive impact on people's lives







Working on varied and intellectually stimulating cases







This is a genuine opportunity to work for a successful, stable, growing law firm. There is huge potential to grow the department and progress your career.















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