EMPLOYMENT SOLICITOR

Location
London
Salary
competitive + benefits
Posted
14 Mar 2017
Closes
11 Apr 2017
Ref
JHS25181
Contact
Jake Hayden Smith
Job Title
Solicitor
Practice Area
Employment, Pensions
PQE Level
2-4
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Competitive remuneration and career progression available for a dedicated Employment Solicitor in London.

Our client is an innovative and highly successful law firm in London, with a strong team of Partners, Solicitors and support staff. The capacity of our client is unquestioned – this outfit is widely viewed as a leader in numerous departments, and has been recognised nationally for its excellence through several accreditations. The strength and depth of training, professional development, a good work-life balance, and on-going support are key factors behind the high retention rate of talent at this practice, with a number of market leading individuals throughout the departments and the creation of a reputation befitting of a law firm of this stature.

The Role
We are now tasked with sourcing a talented and driven Employment Solicitor to join our clients’ well-regarded team in the capital. Becoming part of an expert team, including one of the firms’ partners; the successful Solicitor will enjoy a diverse caseload, acting for corporate and individual clients, with matters incorporating: the preparation of employment policies and contracts; corporate restructuring; unfair and wrongful dismissal; disciplinary and grievances; HR support; discrimination and; settlements. The ideal Solicitor will undertake advocacy at tribunals when necessary and also play an active role in business development opportunities.

This is a demanding position, offering exposure to a high quality, complex caseload; a competitive salary and benefits package and; career progression prospects for the right Solicitor. Please contact Jake for further information quoting reference JHS25181.

The Candidate
You must be a qualified Solicitor with 2 – 4 years’ PQE gained within a well-regarded Employment department.
You will have excellent technical skills, with expertise in all aspects of non-contentious and contentious employment matters.
You will be client-focused, with first class interpersonal skills across all levels.
An aptitude for business development is essential for the position.
You will be IT literate.
You will be ambitious, personable and flexible.
You will possess a high level of commercial awareness.

EMPLOYMENT SOLICITOR