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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Employment Solicitor to join my clients team in their Telford offices.

This is a full time, office based role for an enthusiastic and motivated professional, the job holder will be responsible for advising national SME and professional sector clients,

The successful candidate will have experience in providing HR and Employment Law advice to Employers and will be individually responsible for advising circa 30 to 35 retained clients, predominantly independent schools, care homes and GP practices.

Previous experience of advising employers in these professional sectors would be beneficial but not essential. Experience of delivering Employment and HR training would be advantageous. Occasional travel required to client premises, therefore a full driving license and own car are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload of Employment matters that will include:
• Providing employment law advice to education and commercial clients.
• Drafting advice reports, supporting clients with processes and other documentation such as settlement agreements.
• Assisting clients with HR processes and procedures.
• Handling cases through tribunal proceedings; and
• Providing support on employment issues arising in transactions.
• Provide ongoing technical support on matters for junior fee-earners.
• Taking on ad hoc projects as assigned by the Head of Employment.
• Ensure personal Employment knowledge is kept up to date.
• Attend monthly fee-earner meetings with the wider Employment team.
• Attending regular one-to-one meetings with the Head of Employment.
• Provide supervision of matters for junior fee-earners, sign off work as and when required.
• Contribute to business development strategies for the department.
• Take an active lead in managing the client experience. Attending client meetings where necessary.
• Assist the Head of Employment to ensure the renewal process for existing clients is completed in an effective and timely manner.
• Prepare and conduct external training sessions on employment law for prospective & existing clients where required.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise:

• Have experience (1-5 PQE) of dealing with contentious and non-contentious employment law matters.
• Possess good knowledge and understanding of tribunal procedures and protocols.
• Have a high level of knowledge and understanding of employment law.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

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