Employment Solicitor – PQE 2-5 Years

As a successful candidate, you will be responsible for working on non-contentious employment matters, such as preparing and drafting new contracts and policies, providing corporate support, and advising clients on a wide range of employment and HR related matters. Additionally, you will collaborate with the partner and/or associate on contentious matters on behalf of Respondents and Claimants and manage your own claims on behalf of clients.

• Manage your own workload, which will include:
  • Drafting contracts and policies
  • Settlement agreements
  • Tribunals – including unfair dismissals and discrimination claims
  • Corporate support
• Meet financial targets by ensuring accurate time recording.
• Work on both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters.
• Collaborate effectively with other members of the department.
• Build client and internal communication skills, file management capabilities, and the ability to establish and maintain client relationships.
• Handle a full and challenging caseload.
• Participate in marketing activities and cross-sell the services.
• Train, supervise, and develop junior team members.
• Liaise with internal and external parties, such as colleagues, clients, other lawyers, and intermediaries.
• Stay up to date with developments in the law and fulfil knowledge management requirements.
• Provide exceptional client service by keeping clients informed throughout the process.

• Experience in employment law at a recognised Legal 500 firm.
• Excellent client and internal communication skills.
• File management experience using Liberate is an advantage.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• 2-5 years of PQE in employment law.
• A track record of winning work and contributing to the growth of the firm.

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development within an expert legal team.
• Hybrid working.
• Parking

As a firm we are committed to maintaining a culture where you can access a benefits package (developed in consultation with our people) which enables you to flourish both in and outside of work and deliver great client experience. Alongside a competitive salary, you will be eligible to receive a range of benefits focused on health and wellbeing.

By becoming a part of our Mincoffs team, you’ll contribute to a progressive firm renowned for its legacy, deeply rooted in the region’s success, and boasting a national client base.

Given our firm’s rapid expansion across all legal specialties, we are excited to offer excellent opportunities for career progression. Join our team and embark on a rewarding career journey in employment law with opportunities to grow and excel in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Please email your CV to recruitment@mincoffs.co.uk or for a confidential discussion about this opportunity before applying, please contact Aoife Owens on aowens@mincoffs.co.uk or via mobile on 0191 622 5561