HR and Employment Law Advisor
Location: LS15 9JL
Reports to: Employment Team Manager
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
ABOUT BUXTON COATES
Buxton Coates Solicitors is a respected and expanding law firm, recognised for delivering expert advice with integrity, clarity, and a personal approach. As part of our services, we provide Employment Law and HR support, offering clients practical, commercially focused guidance tailored to their business needs.
Due to continued growth, we are seeking an HR and Employment Law Advisorto join our Employment team. The successful candidate will support the Employment Solicitors with a variety of tasks, assist with the delivery of our HR and Employment Law subscription service, whilst contributing to the development of strong and lasting client relationships.
OUR VISION
To be the most trusted and forward-thinking legal partner in UK dentistry and professional services. We combine legal expertise with a human approach, empowering businesses with accessible, practical employment law and HR guidance. Through investment in our people, technology, and innovation, we are building a law firm where every team member can develop and contribute.
ROLE PURPOSE
The successful candidate will work as part of the Employment team, providing HR support and Employment Law guidance through our Oracle service.
The role will involve delivering practical, commercially focused, and legally compliant advice via telephone, email, and other communication channels. The successful candidate will assist clients with a wide range of day-to-day HR and employment matters, identify potential legal risks, and ensure clients are fully informed of the options available and any associated implications.
This position requires excellent communication skills, strong Employment Law and HR knowledge, and the ability to work effectively within a fast-paced environment while consistently maintaining high standards of professionalism and client care.
Key Responsibilities
Providing Employment Law & HR Advice
- Providing practical, legally compliant HR and Employment Law advice to clients.
- Advising, assisting and guiding clients on a range of HR matters.
- Delivering commercially focused solutions tailored to individual client needs.
- Clearly explaining potential legal and commercial risks where appropriate.
- Supporting clients with disciplinary, grievance, absence management, performance management, redundancy, contracts of employment, policies and general HR queries.
Client & Case Management
- Accurately recording all advice and client interactions on the firm's case management systems.
- Managing client matters efficiently while delivering an excellent level of client service.
- Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information professionally.
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships to encourage long-term engagement.
Compliance & Professional Standards
- Keeping up to date with Employment Law developments.
- Attending internal training sessions and departmental meetings.
- Ensuring advice is compliant with current legislation and firm procedures.
- Accurately recording time and case activity in line with firm procedures.
Business Development & Team Support
- Identifying opportunities to promote additional firm services where appropriate.
- Working collaboratively within a busy advisory team.
- Contributing positively to the continued growth of the department.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Experience providing advice on employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance management.
- A good working knowledge of UK Employment Law.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to manage a varied workload in a fast-paced environment.
- Confidence handling confidential and sensitive matters.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and experience using HR or case management systems.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A proactive approach with a willingness to continue developing professionally within Employment Law and HR.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to develop your career within a growing Employment Law and HR team.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Opportunities for career progression within a growing legal practice.
- The chance to build your Employment Law expertise while working with a diverse client base.
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
