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Employment Solicitor (NQ-2 PQE) | Legal 500 recognised | £50k-£65k | Central London Commercial firm

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Employment Solicitor (NQ-2 PQE) | Legal 500 Recognised | £50k-£65k | Central London Commercial Firm
Position
Employment Solicitor - NQ-2 PQE
Company
Legal 500 Commercial Firm
Salary
£50,000 - £65,000
Location
City of London (Hybrid working, 2 days from home)
A well-known Legal 500 multi-office firm is looking for a confident junior Solicitor (NQ-2 PQE) to join their Employment team based in central London, not far from Farringdon. The team works on a diverse caseload of employer and employee client matters including litigated and advisory work.
The firm is looking for an excellent candidate of Associate level and is open to candidates from a Legal 500 or local background. The ideal candidate will have experience managing their own caseload and exposure to tribunals from start to finish. In remuneration they can offer a flexible work/life balance and highly competitive compensation. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior lawyer who is looking for their next step up post-qualification in a highly reputable firm within the City!
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Key Responsibilities
- Managing contentious and non-contentious matters, for claimant and respondent clients.
- Assist team Partners on complex employment matters.
- Deliver outstanding client service, with relationship building and a sound understanding of client legal and commercial requirements.
- Conduct advocacy when required.
Skills and Experience
- UK qualified Employment Solicitor with 0 - 2 years PQE from a reputable London firm.
- A demonstrated track record and an enthusiasm for employment law matters.
- Strong academic background is preferred.
- Technically strong understanding of contentious and non-contentious employment law.
- A passionate personality with an enthusiasm for personal development and strong interpersonal skills.


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As remuneration, they offer a highly competitive salary and benefits scheme available on request. They maintain a good work/life balance with excellent hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 days from home) and a good level of support.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Kalan Thomas at kalan@lrlegal.co.uk or call for a confidential discussion on 0208 078 9231 (office hours) or 07517 456559 (out of office hours).
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