Eventus Legal are seeking an Employment Solicitor to join a progressive and growing law firm on a permanent, full-time basis in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor to play a key role in developing and expanding the firm’s employment law offering while managing a varied and interesting caseload.
The role offers hybrid working, strong career progression opportunities and the chance to join a collaborative and commercially focused environment.
Role Responsibilities
The incoming Employment Solicitor will be responsible for managing a broad employment caseload while supporting the continued growth and development of the department. You will also contribute to business development initiatives and work closely with colleagues across the wider business to deliver a high standard of client service.
The day-to-day job duties within this role include:
- Handling a broad range of employment law matters including both contentious and non-contentious matters
- Advising on both contentious and non-contentious employment issues across a variety of sectors
- Supporting the continued development and expansion of the firm’s employment law offering
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships through commercially focused legal advice
- Contributing to business development initiatives, networking activities and wider marketing efforts
- Collaborating with colleagues across different departments to deliver a seamless client service
- Assisting with employment aspects of corporate and commercial transactions where required
- Monitoring departmental workflows, caseload allocation and resourcing requirements to maintain service standards
- Using financial and case management systems to oversee performance, budgeting and billing forecasts
- Supporting the development and mentoring of junior team members through coaching and knowledge sharing
Person Specification
The successful Employment Solicitor will have previous experience handling a broad range of employment law matters and will be confident managing their own caseload independently.
In addition, you will possess the following experience, skills and attributes:
- Qualified Solicitor or equivalent
- Ideally 5years plus PQE within employment law
- Strong technical knowledge across contentious and non-contentious employment matter
- Commercially minded with strong business development skill
Benefits and Rewards
The Employment Solicitor will benefit from joining a supportive and forward-thinking law firm that genuinely values collaboration, development and client care. In addition, you will be awarded with the following employee benefits:
- Competitive basic salary
- 25 days holiday including bank holidays
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Pension plan
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Referral bonus scheme
- Access to training academy courses
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative working culture
About the Company
This is a well-regarded and expanding law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services to both commercial and private clients. The firm is known for its modern and collaborative approach, offering employees a supportive environment where development and progression are actively encouraged. The business continues to invest in its people, systems and services, making it an exciting time to join the team.
Next Steps
Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Employment Solicitor job. Alternatively, if you are interested in learning more about this career-enhancing opportunity, please send your CV to Gemma Clarke at the Eventus Legal – [email protected] or call 07950 196 168 for a confidential discussion.
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The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating across the UK and Ireland in the Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Please note, the years’ experience and/or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.
