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Employment Solicitor

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Douglas Scott

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Location:
United Kingdom, Bedfordshire

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Category:
Legal

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

Not provided

Job Description:

A well-established and commercially focused law firm in Luton is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to join their growing and collaborative team. The role involves advising a varied client base on contentious and non-contentious employment law matters, representing clients in tribunals, assisting with corporate transactions, and mentoring junior lawyers. The firm offers flexible working, career progression opportunities, and a supportive team culture.

Job Responsibility:

  • 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

Requirements:

  • 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

Nice to have:

Ideally, exposure to corporate support/transactional employment work

What we 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

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 05, 2025

Work Type:
On-site work
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