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Employment Law Solicitor

Bedford

Full or Part Time £43,000 - £49,000 (pro rata)

We’re recruiting for an experienced Employment Solicitor with around 3 years or more PQE experience . Someone who can demonstrate an understanding of what their clients are hoping to achieve, plan strategically and apply the law with accuracy.

The firm is small (but expanding), forward-thinking law firm providing high-quality employment law services. They provide advice on all aspects of employment law to employees and employers. The businesses they advise range from micro-businesses to large companies with UK branches. A collaborative firm who welcome ideas from the team. This role will see you will work closely with all departments, including their Principal Solicitor.

The ideal candidate would have:

* Experience representing both employees and employers in contentious and non-contentious matters.

* A working knowledge of the law on restrictive covenants, unfair dismissal, discrimination, redundancy, whistle blowing and TUPE.

* Experience preparing contracts of employment and staff handbooks.

* Experience advising on settlement agreements.

* Good computer skills, and be familiar with using Microsoft365, Clio or similar software

* Prepared ET1, ET3, particulars of claim and grounds of resistance.

* Appeared at the Employment Tribunal, at least on preliminary matters.

* Has the ability to progress every matter and keep clients up to date using excellent communication skills

* Provide clear information on fees throughout, to help clients keep control of their costs.

Package

* Salary range £43,000 to £49,000 (pro rata if part time)

* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

* They don’t set unreasonable daily billing hours or expect employees to work over their paid hours.

* Flexible hours: (Happy to hear from part-time and full-time applicants. We will discuss working hours with the right candidate, to find an arrangement that suits you and the firm.)

* Role is based in our Bedford Office