Employment Solicitor

Bedfordshire – £45,000 - £60,000

Employment Solicitor – Leading Commercial Firm in Luton
Salary: Up to £65,000 (DOE) | Flexible Working Considered | Excellent Benefits

I’m working in partnership with a well-established and commercially focused law firm, highly regarded for its pragmatic and business-savvy approach to employment law. Based in the firm’s Luton office, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join a growing and collaborative team.

The Role:
You’ll be joining a highly regarded Employment team, working alongside two Partners, a junior solicitor, and a trainee, offering advice to a varied client base across a broad spectrum of industries. The team is known for delivering straightforward, commercially-minded solutions for businesses both with and without internal HR support, as well as supporting senior employees in personal matters.

This is a varied role where you’ll be involved in:
  • Providing day-to-day employment law advice (both contentious and non-contentious)
  • Representing clients in Employment Tribunal matters, including advocacy
  • Advising on TUPE, redundancy processes, business reorganisations, and employment terminations
  • Assisting with the employment aspects of corporate transactions (due diligence, warranties/indemnities, etc.)
  • Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements
  • Leading on business development initiatives including articles, webinars, and networking events
  • Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and trainees
What We're Looking For:
  • Qualified Solicitor with 3+ years’ PQE in employment law
  • Strong experience across both contentious and non-contentious matters
  • Ideally, exposure to corporate support/transactional employment work
  • Commercial acumen and ability to deliver practical, client-focused advice
  • Proven track record of meeting financial targets
  • Excellent communication, drafting and client relationship skills
  • A proactive and collaborative approach with a desire to progress
Part-time working will be considered for the right candidate.

What’s on Offer:
  • Competitive salary up to £65,000, dependent on experience
  • 33 days’ holiday (including Bank Holidays) plus an extra day off for your birthday
  • Group Life Assurance from day one
  • Pension scheme with salary exchange option
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Full remote IT set-up and ongoing training support
  • Friendly, inclusive team culture with regular social events and CSR involvement
  • Excellent career progression – with clear pathways to Associate and beyond
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Employment Solicitor looking to make their mark in a respected team, with plenty of scope for development and the support to grow your practice.


Apply now for consideration.

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Lorraine Terry

Senior Recruitment Consultant
0203 846 3071

lorraine@douglas-scott.co.uk

Lorraine Terry is an Senior Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, having been with the company for under a year. Lorraine previously worked at Douglas Scott before taking a break to have her little girl. She then worked with the NHS as a recruitment consultant, and has now returned to legal recruitment and the team, which she missed. Lorraine is most looking forward to building her desk back up and getting to know everyone. If she weren’t in recruitment, Lorraine would likely consider going back to university to become a midwife, as she loves making a difference in people’s lives. Outside of work, she loves cooking and baking with her son and daughter, especially on weekends.


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Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Employment Law
  • Type: Solicitor / FILEX
  • Salary: £45,000 - £60,000
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: Bedfordshire
  • Reference: 1224955