Job Description
Employment Solicitor (5+ PQE) - Growing Regional Law Firm
Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk (hybrid working available)
Salary: Competitive
Start Date: ASAP
About the Opportunity
We're proud to be working with a fast-growing, people-focused law firm as they continue to expand their Employment team. Our client is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor (5+ years' PQE) to advise both employer and employee clients across a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious matters.
This role would suit a confident, commercially minded solicitor who enjoys working closely with clients to deliver practical, strategic advice and wants to play an active role in the growth of a well-regarded Employment practice.
The Role
You'll manage a varied and engaging caseload while supporting the continued development of the Employment team. Typical work will include:
- Advising on contracts of employment, staff handbooks, and HR policies
- Supporting employers with disciplinary, grievance, redundancy, and TUPE matters
- Managing Employment Tribunal claims from initial instruction through to representation
- Providing strategic advice on employment status, settlement agreements, and restrictive covenants
- Drafting and negotiating employment contracts, settlement agreements, and related documentation
- Contributing to business development through networking and client relationship management
About You
- 5+ years' PQE specialising in Employment Law
- Proven experience advising both employer and employee clients
- Comfortable managing your own caseload and working independently
- Experience working with SMEs and owner-managed businesses
- Exposure to partnership, director, or senior executive disputes
- Strong technical knowledge with a pragmatic, commercial approach
- Willing and confident to contribute to business development activities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Working Arrangements
- Primarily based in the Bury St Edmunds office
- Hybrid working available depending on desk availability and team requirements
- Some weeks fully office-based; other weeks up to 1-2 days working from home
- Full-time hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
- Occasional travel between offices required
- Own car essential
The firm is committed to equal opportunity and inclusive recruitment, considering all applications fairly based on merit, qualifications, and experience.
If you're an experienced Employment Solicitor looking for your next step within a progressive and supportive firm, apply today or contact Natalie Dwan at LJ Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
