Employment Solicitor

Our client is a prestigious Legal 500 law firm with multiple offices in Dorset. Renowned for their commitment to delivering exceptional client care, they pride themselves on providing top-quality legal services to their clients. This is an exciting opportunity to join a reputable firm with a strong focus on fostering teamwork and professional development.

They are looking for a part time employment solicitor.

In this role you will be working closely with the litigation team, managing a variety of contentious employment law matters. The successful candidate will be an experienced solicitor with a passion for employment law, particularly in the areas of disputes and litigation.

Duties:

• Advising mainly employee clients on employment law matters such as settlement agreements and unfair dismissal claims.
• Keeping up to date with all legal and regulatory developments.
• Observing the SRA’s Code of Conduct for Solicitors and maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct.
• Keeping up to date with employment law.
• Time recording & billing to target.

Desired Skills:

• Qualified solicitor with experience in contentious employment law (minimum 3 years PQE preferred).
• Possess a strong background in Employment law, including court and tribunal work.
• Be a team player and able to manage a caseload independently.
• Excellent technical and client care skills.
• Business development and networking skills.
• Be able to travel to firm’s other offices in Dorset.

What they offer:

• Salary dependent on experience £40,000 - £50,000.
• Hybrid working.
• Good bonus scheme.
• Flexible working hours.
• Company pension.
• Standard holiday plus bank holidays.
• Health cash plan.
• Up to two paid Volunteering days a year.

If you are an Employment Solicitor looking for a part-time role within a supportive and well-regarded law firm, we would love to hear from you.