Employment Solicitor

Employment Solicitor | 5+ PQE | Somerset | Full-Time | Hybrid Working | Competitive Salary

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The Opportunity

An established and well-regarded regional law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join its Corporate and Commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a broad and varied caseload while working closely alongside an established Employment specialist. The role will initially be office-based within the Somerset region, with the opportunity to work up to two days from home following a settling-in period.

The Role

You will manage a diverse caseload of employment matters, including:

• Drafting employment contracts, policies, and staff handbooks

• Advising on disciplinary and grievance procedures, redundancies, and general HR matters

• Handling disputes, including unfair dismissal and discrimination claims

• Managing Employment Tribunal matters

• Advising on employment aspects of corporate transactions, including due diligence and TUPE

• Delivering training sessions for clients on employment law issues

You will work collaboratively within the wider Corporate and Commercial team while maintaining responsibility for your own caseload.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE in Employment Law

• Strong technical knowledge across both contentious and non-contentious employment matters

• Confident drafting, advisory, and dispute resolution skills

• Working knowledge of Employment Tribunal procedures

• Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff is desirable

• Commercially aware with strong client relationship skills

• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities

The Firm & Culture

The firm offers a supportive and professional environment that actively encourages both personal and career development. A clear and transparent pathway to Partnership is available for ambitious and driven individuals seeking long-term progression. Relocation candidates will also be considered.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive, market-rate salary (dependent on experience)

• 33.5 days’ annual leave, plus half a day for your birthday

• Buy and sell holiday scheme

• Pension scheme

• Life assurance

• Occupational sick pay

• Discretionary performance-related bonus

• Client referral scheme

• Discounted legal fees

• Health Cash Plan

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (35 hours per week)

• Flexibility required in line with the demands of the role

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Employment Solicitor seeking high-quality work, genuine career progression, and long-term stability within a forward-thinking and supportive firm in the Somerset region.

How to Apply:

Contact Alicia Forde on or email quoting Job Ref: 215304055

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