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An established and forward-thinking regional law firm is seeking a talented Employment Solicitor to join its growing team in Guildford. The firm is widely recognised for delivering high-quality legal services across the South-East and London, with a reputation built on a genuinely people-centred culture. Formed through strategic growth and known for its commitment to long-term career development, the firm combines a modern, collaborative way of working with access to high-value, technically interesting matters.
Your new role
This is an exceptional opportunity for an Employment Solicitor to join a well-respected and dynamic team supporting a broad client base of employers, senior executives, and individuals across numerous sectors. You will:
- Manage your own caseload of both contentious and non-contentious employment matters
- Advise on HR queries, disciplinary and grievance issues, settlement agreements, employment contracts, policies, and redundancies
- Run and assist with Employment Tribunal claims
- Work closely with senior members of the team on more complex and high-value instructions, including restructures, TUPE, discrimination claims, whistleblowing matters, and restrictive covenant disputes
The role involves regular direct client engagement and offers the opportunity to deepen sector knowledge while contributing to strategic advice and ongoing workplace solutions. You will also have the chance to participate in the delivery of seminars, workshops, and training sessions for HR professionals and senior management, supporting the team's profile and enhancing your own expertise.
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What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified solicitor with experience advising on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment matters for employer and employee clients. The role is expected to suit someone with around two to five years' PQE, although applications from individuals with more or less experience will also be considered. You should:
- Demonstrate strong drafting and negotiation skills
- Have sound technical ability
- Have the confidence to build trusted relationships with clients
- Exhibit a proactive, collaborative approach
- Show an interest in business development and contributing to the growth of the team
- Align with the firm's people-focused values and be committed to delivering a high-quality service
What you'll get in return
You will join a firm that genuinely invests in its people and offers an environment built around support, respect, and career development. The firm promotes healthy working practices, flexibility, and work-life balance while providing exposure to high-quality employment work and strong internal networks across its offices. Alongside a competitive salary and benefits package, you will benefit from a culture that values personal growth, innovation, and long-term professional success. This is an opportunity to become part of a well-regarded and collegiate team, working within a firm that is committed to being one of the best regional employers in the legal sector.
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If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to discuss it further, please get in touch for a confidential conversation. If this particular role is not quite what you are looking for but you are exploring new opportunities within employment law, I would still be very happy to speak with you. While the anticipated level of PQE provides an indication of the expected experience, applications from candidates with higher or lower PQE are equally welcome.
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