Employment Solicitor (NQ–2 PQE)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a junior Employment Solicitor to join a highly regarded national law firm with a leading Employment practice in the East Midlands.

Working within a well-established and growing team, you will be part of a nationally recognised Employment group known for its commercial, responsive and client-focused approach.

The Role

You will join a collaborative and supportive team advising a broad client base, including national and international businesses, on a wide range of employment matters.

The work will include:

• Day-to-day HR and employee relations advice
• Disciplinary, grievance and performance issues
• Employment Tribunal matters and disputes
• Drafting contracts, policies and settlement agreements
• Supporting on large-scale restructures, redundancies and TUPE matters

You will gain exposure to both contentious and non-contentious work, as well as the opportunity to work closely with experienced senior lawyers on complex and strategic matters.

The Team

You will work closely with an experienced Legal Director who provides strategic, commercially focused advice across the full employment lifecycle, from day-to-day advisory work through to complex change programmes and restructures.

The wider team is recognised for its strength in depth and collaborative, national offering, acting for clients across a range of sectors.

The Candidate

Applications are welcomed from candidates who:

• Are Trainee Solicitors and Newly Qualified Solicitors up to 2 years’ PQE
• Have completed a seat in employment law or gained relevant post-qualification experience
• Demonstrate strong technical ability and a commercial approach
• Are confident working closely with clients and building relationships
• Are keen to develop within a high-performing and supportive team

The Opportunity

• Join a nationally recognised Employment practice
• High-quality, varied work across multiple sectors
• Strong supervision and mentoring from experienced senior lawyers
• Genuine opportunities for development and progression
• Modern, collaborative working environment in Nottingham

Apply

For further information on this and other exciting opportunities, or to discuss your situation in complete confidence, please contact Richard at Bygott Biggs on richard@bygott-biggs.co.uk or 07875525328.

At Bygott Biggs our aim has always been to provide a more personal service and everyone here believes that recruitment should be about building long-term relationships with clients and candidates alike. Our reputation has been built on the fact that we provide an efficient and professional service but are not afraid to give straight forward, straight talking advice.

The above PQE is expressed as a guideline only. We are happy to hear from anyone who can demonstrate the necessary skills and knowledge in order to fulfil this role.