Employment Solicitor

Employment Solicitor (3+ Years PQE)

Orpington, Kent | Hybrid Working Available | Established Employment Team

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Employment Solicitor to join a highly regarded regional law firm with a strong reputation across Kent and the South East.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a successful, partner-led Employment team advising both employers and employees on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters. The firm offers high-quality work, genuine client contact and a collaborative environment where career progression is actively encouraged.

The Role

You will handle a diverse caseload of employment matters and work closely with colleagues across other specialist departments to deliver practical, commercially focused advice.

The work will include:

• Employment Tribunal claims
• Workplace disputes and litigation
• Settlement Agreements
• TUPE matters
• Disciplinary and grievance procedures
• Employment contracts and staff handbooks
• HR policies and procedures
• Redundancy and restructuring advice
• Mediation and dispute resolution

This role offers an excellent mix of employer and employee work, with exposure to a varied client base ranging from individuals to SMEs and established businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Meeting clients and taking instructions
• Providing clear and commercially focused legal advice
• Managing employment matters from inception to conclusion
• Drafting and reviewing employment documentation
• Keeping clients informed on developments and case progress
• Maintaining accurate file management and compliance records
• Resolving client queries promptly and professionally
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards
• Supporting marketing, networking and business development activities

About You

To be considered for this opportunity, you will:

• Be a qualified Solicitor with 3+ years' PQE in Employment Law
• Have experience handling both contentious and non-contentious employment matters
• Be confident managing your own caseload
• Possess excellent communication and client-care skills
• Demonstrate strong technical ability and commercial awareness
• Be proactive, organised and capable of working independently
• Thrive within a collaborative team environment
• Have an interest in business development and relationship building

What's on Offer?

• High-quality employment law work
• Strong pipeline of employer and employee instructions
• Direct partner support and mentoring
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Friendly and supportive culture
• Genuine long-term career progression opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Employment Solicitor seeking a fresh challenge within a respected Kent practice that combines quality work, strong client relationships and a supportive team culture.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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