An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Newly Qualified Employment Solicitor to join a well-established regional law firm in Birmingham.
The team advises a varied client base of employers on both contentious and non-contentious employment matters. You'll have the opportunity to build your experience across a broad range of employment work, with support from experienced colleagues and plenty of scope to develop your career.
This is a great opportunity for an NQ solicitor looking to establish themselves within a supportive Employment team and gain genuine client exposure from an early stage.
The Work will include:
Advising employer clients on day-to-day employment matters.
Assisting with Employment Tribunal claims and disputes.
Advising on disciplinary and grievance matters.
Supporting clients with redundancies, restructures and TUPE.
Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, policies and settlement agreements.
Providing practical advice on general employment issues.
Supporting senior colleagues on more complex matters.
Liaising directly with clients and developing strong working relationships.
Keeping up to date with developments in employment law.
Managing your workload and meeting deadlines.
Supporting business development and client relationship initiatives.
About You
We're looking for a solicitor with:
Newly Qualified status with experience in Employment Law during your training contract.
A genuine interest in developing a career in Employment Law.
Good technical, drafting and analytical skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
A client-focused and approachable manner.
Good organisation and attention to detail.
The ability to manage competing deadlines.
A practical and commercial approach to legal advice.
Enthusiasm to learn and develop.
A collaborative approach to working within a team.
What's on Offer
The opportunity to join an established regional law firm.
A broad range of employment work.
Early exposure to clients and genuine responsibility.
Support and training from experienced Employment lawyers.
A clear platform for long-term career development.
A friendly and collaborative team environment.
Opportunities to build client relationships and get involved in business development.
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