Yolk Recruitment Ltd
Employment Lawyer
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Employment Lawyer
Bristol
Salary up to £50k DOE
Yolk Recruitment is supporting a leading national law firm with the recruitment of an Employment Lawyer to join its established Employment team. This is an excellent opportunity for an employment law specialist who enjoys managing their own caseload, advising clients on Employment Tribunal matters, and providing practical, commercially focused advice. Applications are welcomed from candidates seeking either full-time or part-time hours.
Role Overview
As an Employment Lawyer, you will manage a varied caseload of Employment Tribunal claims, primarily arising through legal expenses insurance, while also gaining exposure to non-contentious employment matters and commercial client advisory work. Depending on experience, there may also be opportunities to supervise junior members of the team.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a caseload of Employment Tribunal claims from initial advice through to conclusion, including drafting pleadings and witness statements.
- Advising clients on the merits of potential employment claims, settlement options, and overall case strategy.
- Negotiating settlements, advising on settlement agreements, and instructing Counsel or advocates where required.
- Supporting commercial clients with non-contentious employment matters, including contracts, employee handbooks, and day-to-day employment law advice.
- Contributing to wider team activities including employment law updates, client training, marketing initiatives, billing, and compliance with insurer service standards.
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Required Experience
- Previous experience within employment law, whether gained post-qualification or through substantial pre-qualification employment experience.
- Qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister, or FCILEx would be welcomed, although candidates with comparable experience and a desire to qualify will also be considered.
- Experience managing your own legal caseload and taking responsibility for progressing matters and determining case strategy.
- Strong drafting, communication, and client management skills, with excellent attention to detail.
- A genuine interest in employment law alongside the ability to prioritize competing deadlines and work effectively as part of a supportive team.
Benefits
- Hybrid or fully remote working options.
- Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
- Flexible working arrangements within core operating hours of 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday.
- A comprehensive employee benefits package.
- The opportunity to join an established national employment law team handling a varied mix of contentious and non-contentious work.
- Scope to develop your technical experience and, depending on seniority, supervise junior colleagues.
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Are you up to the challenge?
If you're a Employment Solicitor/Senior Paralegal ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch to find out more. All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence by Yolk Recruitment.
Contact Information:
Oliver Coodye
07458 142 713
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Equal Opportunities
Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive, we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying, then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
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