Simpson Judge
Employment Tribunal Advocate

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Employment Tribunal Advocate
Remote | Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
The Opportunity
We are delighted to be representing a well-established and highly regarded legal practice in the appointment of an Employment Tribunal Advocate.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced advocate or employment law professional looking to join a progressive firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services and achieving excellent outcomes for its clients.
The successful candidate will become an important member of the team, handling a varied caseload of employment disputes and representing clients through all stages of Employment Tribunal proceedings.
The Role
As an Employment Tribunal Advocate, you will:
- Advise and represent clients in relation to a broad range of employment disputes.
- Prepare cases for Employment Tribunal hearings and preliminary hearings.
- Conduct advocacy and represent clients at Tribunal proceedings.
- Draft pleadings, witness statements, submissions, and other relevant documentation.
- Manage a caseload from initial instruction through to resolution.
- Provide clear, commercially focused advice to clients.
- Conduct legal research and remain up to date with developments in employment law and Tribunal procedure.
- Work closely with colleagues to develop effective case strategies.
- Negotiate settlements where appropriate, including ACAS conciliation and settlement agreements.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Contribute to the continued development and profile of the firm's employment offering.
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About You
You will ideally have:
- Proven experience handling Employment Tribunal matters.
- Strong advocacy and oral presentation skills.
- Excellent drafting and written communication skills.
- The ability to manage a caseload independently and work to deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and sound commercial judgement.
- A confident and professional approach to client relationships.
- The ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of your own matters.
- A genuine interest in employment law and a desire to develop your career within a successful practice.


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Applications are welcomed from candidates with relevant advocacy and employment law experience. Barrister, solicitor, CILEX, and other appropriately qualified advocates will be considered where they can demonstrate the required experience and ability.
Why Join?
This is more than simply an opportunity to take on another caseload. It offers the chance to join a firm where you can:
- Take responsibility for interesting and varied employment disputes.
- Develop your advocacy and litigation career.
- Work closely with experienced legal professionals.
- Build strong, long-term client relationships.
- Play a meaningful role in the growth of a successful legal practice.
- Benefit from a supportive and professional working environment.
- Have genuine scope to develop your position and career within the firm.
If you are an experienced Employment Tribunal Advocate looking for your next move and would like to find out more about this confidential opportunity from Rory Brand at Simpson Judge.
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