Position:
Employment Law Solicitor/FCILEx
Salary:
£33,000+ (dependent on experience)
Location:
Bristol
Overview:
My client, a national Top 200 firm, are seeking a Solicitor or FCILEx to join their Bristol based Employment team, to run a caseload of legal expense insurer files as well as assisting with non-contentious work from time to time. There may be scope for supervision of junior case handlers.
Experience of working in the employment field is essential. The work is challenging but rewarding and the team places a high value on mutual support and co-operation.
Work arrangements include a combination of remote work and 1-2 days per week in the office (flexible).
Key Responsibilities:
- Advising clients on potential Employment Tribunal claims
- Running a case load of Employment Tribunal claims, including drafting pleadings, drafting witness statements, negotiating settlements and advising on settlement agreements, and instructing counsel or advocates as necessary
- Complying with insurer service level agreements
- Supporting the employment team with non-contentious work, including provision of contractual documentation, handbooks and other employment documentation, together with provision of reactive and proactive employment advice to commercial clients, including telephone advice
- Participating in marketing initiatives, including providing training sessions to clients
- Billing and invoicing.
Required Skills and Competencies:
- Fully qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FCILEx
- A passion for employment law and for providing commercial and practical solutions
- Excellent attention to detail
- Effective communication and time management skills
- Ability to take full responsibility for cases and strategy (subject to supervisory and group support)
About the firm:
A national law firm committed to delivering high-quality legal services to individuals and businesses. My clients' strong relationships with insurers, banks, and other partners are built on their consistent service excellence.
Benefits:
- Generous annual leave and welfare benefits
- Health cash plan and lifestyle benefits
- Emphasis on work-life balance and flexible dress cod
- Recognition and referral programs
- Opportunities for professional development and qualification pathways
- Commitment to diversity and sustainability
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