Employment Solicitor

St Albans – £50,000 - £65,000

Location: St Albans
Salary: Up to £65,000 (Dependent on Experience)

A prestigious Legal 200 law firm in St Albans is seeking a skilled Employment Solicitor to join its highly regarded team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with experience in employment law to advance their career within a firm known for its commitment to excellence, client service, and professional development.

The Role As an Employment Solicitor, you will work closely with a diverse client base, advising both employers and employees on a wide range of employment law matters. The caseload will involve a mix of contentious and non-contentious work, including tribunal claims, contract drafting, and corporate advisory support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advising clients on various employment law issues, including unfair dismissal, discrimination, TUPE, redundancy, restrictive covenants, and whistleblowing
• Managing employment tribunal claims from pre-litigation advice through to representation at hearings
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating employment contracts, staff handbooks, and settlement agreements
• Providing corporate support on employment matters arising from mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring
• Handling day-to-day HR and employee relations matters for employer clients
• Conducting training and seminars for clients on employment law developments
• Engaging in business development and networking to contribute to the firm’s growth

Candidate Requirements

• 2+ years' PQE in employment law (guideline only – candidates outside this range are encouraged to apply)
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation and case law
• Experience handling both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• A proactive and commercially minded approach to advising clients
• Experience working in a reputable law firm or employment law team

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary of up to £65,000, dependent on experience
• Genuine career progression within a leading Legal 200 firm
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Hybrid working options available
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, healthcare, and bonus schemes
• Regular training and professional development opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected law firm that values its employees and offers a strong platform for career growth in employment law.
Interested? Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion about the role