New Job Opening: Employment Solicitor in Preston, UK

Job Description

Employment Solicitor (5 to 10 years PQE)

Location: Preston (hybrid working)

Salary: £65,000 to £90,000 plus bonus and benefits

Experience: 5 to 10 years’ PQE

A senior employment opportunity for a solicitor who enjoys high-quality respondent work, trusted client relationships and a genuinely supportive team around them.

This role offers a varied caseload, regular client contact and the chance to play a visible part in developing work for the team, while also mentoring junior colleagues.

You will join a collaborative Employment and HR team, advising business clients on day-to-day employment and HR matters and supporting on more complex tribunal litigation. The work is largely respondent-focused, with a strong emphasis on practical, commercial advice.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing your own employment caseload, including respondent Employment Tribunal matters through to conclusion

• Advising owners, senior managers and HR teams on a broad range of employment and HR issues

• Drafting and reviewing contracts, policies and handbooks (including senior hires, directors and self-employed individuals)

• Taking instructions, producing clear advice and guidance, and progressing matters efficiently

• Attending hearings where required and liaising with counsel and experts

• Supporting senior fee earners on larger and more complex matters

• Delegating work to, and supervising, junior fee earners where appropriate

• Contributing to business development and identifying new opportunities for the team

• Working closely with colleagues across the wider firm to support cross-referrals and joined-up client service

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales

• 5 to 10 years’ PQE in employment law

• Strong respondent and business client experience (ideally within a commercial law firm environment)

• Confident handling Employment Tribunal litigation and managing matters end-to-end

• Strong drafting skills and attention to detail

• Commercial, pragmatic approach with a client-focused mindset

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Able to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment

Desirable

• Experience supporting corporate transactions from an employment perspective

• Business development and marketing activity

• Supervision of junior fee earners

• Delivering training on employment law and HR topics (in person or remotely)

What’s On Offer

• Salary of £65,000 to £90,000

• Bonus and benefits package

• Hybrid working

• High-quality respondent work with an established client base

• Supportive, collaborative team culture with genuine investment in development

• Opportunity to mentor junior colleagues and build your profile through BD and training

Next Steps

Apply online or send your CV to  [email protected]  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.