Employment Solicitor

Employment Solicitor (NQ+)

Location: NorthamptonSalary: £40,000 - £50,000

About the Role:

A reputable firm in Northampton is seeking a driven and knowledgeable Employment Solicitor (NQ+) to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to undertake both contentious and non-contentious work, contributing to the firms success while building strong relationships with clients and third-party referrers. You'll be working independently and as part of a collaborative team, handling a varied caseload with a focus on providing high-quality legal services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake fee-earning work to meet the business and financial objectives of the firm.
• Independently manage a caseload with minimal supervision, while also contributing as a team member.
• Maintain and develop relationships with existing clients and third-party referrers.
• Review and amend employment contracts, consultancy agreements, HR policies, and staff handbooks, ensuring compliance with current employment law and best practices.
• Provide advice on HR matters, including performance management, absence management, disciplinary and grievance processes, equality issues, and anti-compete clauses.
• Manage employment litigation cases involving unfair dismissal, discrimination, and restrictive covenants.
• Advise on all aspects of TUPE, redundancy, and reorganisation, including consultation processes, risk assessment, and varying terms and conditions.
• Draft and advise on settlement agreements.
• Represent and liaise with both employers and employees.
• Actively participate in the growth and development of the Employment Team, including client base expansion and marketing efforts.
• Ensure compliance with the firms client care policies and practices.

About You:

The ideal candidate is self-driven, results-oriented, and focused on delivering high-quality work and achieving business profit. You should be comfortable dealing with Director-level clients, empathetic in communication, and able to work well both independently and as part of a team. You should be committed to the Northamptonshire area and capable of commuting to the office reliably.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Extensive knowledge of both contentious and non-contentious employment law.
• Proven ability to advise businesses on all employment-related matters, including TUPE (both transfers and SPCs).
• Competence in drafting employment law-related documents, such as contracts of employment, director service agreements, consultancy agreements, and settlement agreements.
• Experience in managing employment litigation cases.
• Proven ability to assist in corporate transactional work, including drafting complex TUPE provisions.
• Adept in using case management systems, Outlook, and Word.

Client & Business Development:

• Excellent client-facing skills with the ability to nurture existing relationships and develop new business.
• Willingness to participate in networking events and contribute to the firms marketing activities.

Personal Requirements:

• Must be geographically committed to the Northamptonshire area.
• Able to work extended hours when required and hold a clean or near-clean driving license.

This role is perfect for a motivated Employment Solicitor looking to grow their career in a supportive and forward-thinking firm. If you have the skills, experience, and drive to make a positive impact, apply today to join a team that values your contribution.