Employment Solicitor (NQ+)
Location: Northampton
Salary: £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.